Southern Governors Begin Lifting Lockdown Restrictions Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced
a decision to re-open a number of
businesses across the state this week. These businesses include
gyms, nail salons, barber shops and more. Kemp said businesses will still be subject
to safety guidelines and places like bars, nightclubs and concert venues will stay closed. Some health experts have expressed concern that it may be too early to start backing off lockdown measures. Kemp said the state appeared to be on track to meet the first phase of Trump's guideline for states to reopen Similarly, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced the state will reopen beaches
and retail businesses. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Tennessee Gov.
Bill Lee have both made statements regarding loosening restrictions within their states.