Headline RoundupJuly 17th, 2020

Gov. Kemp Orders Local Georgia Officials to Abandon Mask Mandates

Summary from the AllSides News Team

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) overruled facemask mandates issued by local state governments Wednesday, reportedly opting to continue strong encouragement of mask-wearing while calling requirements "unenforceable" and "a bridge too far". Kemp's previous orders to avoid mandates were dismissed in numerous localities. Coverage from right-rated outlets focused more on Kemp's expressed commitment to promoting public health while limiting purported government overreach. Coverage from left-rated outlets focused more on criticisms of the order from several Georgia local leaders and health officials.

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