DOJ Asks Court To Reverse Order Lifting Travel Mask Mandate

The Justice Department is appealing to reinstate mask mandates on public transport, which were lifted in April. The Biden administration is considering this due to a decrease in unruly passenger incidents since the mandate was lifted. The CDC supports the mandate, citing health safety, but it's unclear if airlines will enforce it if reinstated. Airlines face staffing challenges and have opposed the mandate's return, having lobbied against it and quickly repealed internal mask policies. The CDC recommends masks for those with compromised immune systems and on public transport.

What action is the Justice Department taking regarding the CDC's mask mandates?

• They are supporting the Florida judge's ruling.

• They are asking a federal appeals court to overturn the ruling.

• They are implementing new mask mandates.

• They are ignoring the issue.

What was the impact on unruly passenger incidents after the mask mandate was lifted?

• Incidents increased significantly.

• Incidents decreased significantly.

• There was no data available.

• Incidents remained the same.

What is the CDC's stance on mask-wearing for people with compromised immune systems?

• They recommend against wearing masks.

• They suggest masks only in crowded places.

• They recommend wearing masks.

• They have no specific recommendation.

What is the current challenge faced by airlines as demand returns?

• Increased competition

• Lack of passengers

• Excessive fuel costs

• Staffing shortages

How did airlines respond to the initial lifting of mask mandates?

• They reduced the number of flights.

• They increased ticket prices.

• They quickly repealed their own mask policies.

• They maintained their internal mask policies.