Trump Administration Refuses To Publish CDC Guidelines On Reopening

The CDC's guide on safely reopening businesses was suppressed by the Trump administration, which published its own, less detailed guide. The CDC's 17-page guide included specific safety recommendations for restaurants, schools, and churches, such as using disposable items and encouraging mask-wearing. The Trump administration's control over CDC information marked a shift in the agency's usual operations.

What was the fate of the CDC's guide on reopening businesses?

• It was published but later retracted.

• It was published with minor changes.

• It was published by another agency.

• It was never published.

Which of the following was a recommendation for restaurants in the CDC guide?

• Use reusable plates and cutlery.

• Install sneeze guards at registers.

• Encourage self-service buffets.

• Increase indoor seating capacity.

What was suggested for schools in the CDC's reopening guide?

• Have students eat lunch in their classroom.

• Have students eat lunch in the cafeteria.

• Conduct all classes outdoors.

• Cancel all lunch breaks.

How did the White House's guide differ from the CDC's recommendations?

• It was identical.

• It was more restrictive.

• It was more vague.

• It was more detailed.

What change occurred in the CDC's information release during the pandemic?

• The Trump administration had more control over releases.

• The CDC's information was released more frequently.

• The CDC stopped releasing information entirely.

• The CDC gained more independence.