Texas governor considering ending mask mandate, despite CDC recommendations

Last July, Gov. Abbott issued the statewide mask mandate, ordering face coverings in businesses and public places.

[TatKhamat]

“ I listen to Dr. Fauci” that explained everything....

[natestilley]

It is obvious that Mr. Abbott has no concern for the people who work in the hospital and no respect for the sacredness of life.

[ericamarie]

I’m moving to Texas now for sure! They have an awesome governor. 😊👏👏

[jwwilliam]

this absolutely means nothing. local municipalities, cities and townships can keep their mask mandates in place. the mayors have that power.

[shickenchits]

If you wish to continue wearing it, then do so. No need to fuss about it.
It is a choice you are free to make.
If the person next to you doesn't, then that is their choice. You are wearing yours, so, you're safe right?
Exactly.

[rolandgonzales]

A sad attempt to save his political career after his leadership left Texas in the dark and freezing. The new Covid variants will spread to consumers and employees alike. At least he was honest that it's about money and contributions to the GOP in Texas.

[natestilley]

I believe that the CDC should come out with a warning like this: "If you want to protect yourself and your family from this pandemic, step #`1 is to play deaf to politicians since much of the responsibility for this tragic situation can be laid on their shoulders, be those in the US or abroad."

[rubenreyesjr]

If that happens and the number Spike and it gets out of control you know you can blame the governor for that

[Hhopiuygv]

Everyone getting shots for nothing I guess

[renees]

It's too soon. This will cause a huge surge...smh

[HoustonBrownPhotography]

BS BS BS. Remove the mandate. You afraid to remove your mask, Wear 2.

[mbtytik]

This governor is on his way out. The republican party is coming to an end. Texas is not so great after all!

[marqperigrine]

I have given up on expecting these people to be kind and sympathetic to others. Everyone for this mask repeal, respectfully, you do not care for other people.

[ladyyougo]

Airlines need to ban Texans from boarding there planes no fly zone for Texas I am sorry this Republicians Govonor is not taking this serious since Trump said it was not real recall him NOW immediately😡😡😷😷

[Saul]

Why couple holding hands as thumbnail lmfao

[rainman]

I wonder if the governor hates texans.

[adamlsmith]

Lets start treating the sick not the health y

[shoeshirt]

Sucks we have no say as citizens they want it they’ll have it one way or another, everyone stay safe please and double on mask🙌🏻 I hope y’all stay safe in these rough times. It’s only getting harder now. Blessings to everyone No hate for y’all antimaskers just keepin my distance

[realityTV]

So Abbott is a Dr. now? And an expert on utilities? Ever wonder why he's in that wheelchair?

[martianleader]

Doesn't someone have to test the no mask theory at some point?