“The rebellion is spreading”: After local Texas officials defy his ban on mask mandates, Gov. Greg Abbott begins to clamp down was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued the new order to slow the spread of COVID-19. It’s now being challenged by Gov. Greg Abbott and State Attorney.
As the number of coronavirus patients in North Texas continues to climb, hospitals are reporting fewer and fewer empty beds including no available ICU.