AT&T gave retail stores talking points to explain to law enforcement why they’re staying open

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge AT&T sent a notice to its retail stores with instructions for how to handle potential questions, including from law enforcement, about why they were remaining open during the COVID-19 pandemic. Describing it as “best practice only,” the guidance sent Thursday “is to be used in the event that any officials, individuals or groups inquire about why the AT&T store is open.” On Wednesday, AT&T said it was closing 40 percent of its retail stores across the country, with all stores closing on Sundays and the rest open for modified hours. The decision applies to AT&T’s company-owned retail stores, not the ones privately owned and operated. A number of states have issued orders requiring all but essential businesses to close down. AT&T is... Continue reading…