Walmart, Starbucks Among Retailers Dropping Mask Requirements

Several major retailers, including Trader Joe's, Walmart, and Starbucks, have updated their mask policies to allow fully vaccinated customers to shop without masks. This change is contingent on the absence of state or local mask mandates. The decision follows new guidance from the CDC, prompting other retailers like Target and CVS to reconsider their own policies.

What did the CDC release that prompted companies to announce changes in their mask policies?

How are other retailers like Target, CVS, and Walgreens responding to the new mask guidance?