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.

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