Georgia Governor Sues Atlanta Mayor Over Face Mask Mandate

Governor Kemp issued an executive order to void face mask mandates, facing opposition from Mayor Bottoms and other mayors who argue for local control to curb COVID-19. Kemp filed a lawsuit against Bottoms, claiming her mask mandate harms businesses. Bottoms countered, suggesting the lawsuit is political retaliation. The state seeks to overturn Bottoms' orders, citing economic and social concerns. Georgia reported over 131,000 COVID-19 cases and 3,100 deaths.

What was the main reason for the conflict between Governor Kemp and Mayor Bottoms?

• Enforcement of face mask mandates

• Construction of new hospitals

• Disagreement over school closures

• Allocation of state funds

What legal action did Kemp and the state's attorney general take against Bottoms?

• Filed a lawsuit

• Issued a public apology

• Requested federal intervention

• Proposed a new health bill

According to Kemp, what was a negative impact of the mask mandate?

• Negative impact on businesses

• Increased traffic congestion

• Higher unemployment rates

• Decreased tourism

How did Mayor Bottoms view Kemp's lawsuit?

• As a financial decision

• As a public health measure

• As a political retaliation

• As a necessary legal step

What did Bottoms emphasize as crucial in controlling the virus spread?

• Wearing masks

• Closing schools

• Increasing hospital beds

• Social distancing