National Retail Federation calls for nationwide mandatory mask policy

The National Retail Federation is calling for all retailers to adopt a nationwide policy that requires customers to wear face coverings or masks. The NRF said in a statement it hopes Walmart’s announcement Wednesday that it will require all shoppers to wear face coverings effective July 22 will be a “tipping point in this public health debate.” NRF also co-signed a letter with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Business Roundtable and other industry groups calling for President Trump, Vice…