Gov. Edwards 'seriously considering' reinstating statewide mask mandate

Gov. John Bel Edwards is "seriously considering" imposing a new mask mandate across the state.

The Louisiana governor said he's had requests from health leaders across Louisiana to reinstate a statewide mask mandate as COVID hospitalizations rise at a dramatic pace.

"In light of the trends and developments, I can tell you I have received, over the last 24 hours or so, numerous requests from hospitals and healthcare organizations and other entities to reinstate a statewide mask mandate," Edwards said. "This is something that I am seriously considering."

[zacharymuzichuck]

Cdc is not following the science they are following the money, and I m a Democratic.

[goodsonofthejohn]

Lafayette hospital told me last night to come into emergency and see if we needed a room. Meaning they’re are rooms available in Lafayette hospital.

[artisansmarble]

no doubt he's a bought and paid for a Democrat

[zacharymuzichuck]

Especially when it comes to mask mandates

[earnestbunbury]

C'mon "Taco" Bel Edwards... they WANT to breathe Covid. Let 'em!