John Bel Edwards (D), Spell still refused to wear a mask, which is required for entry. Instead, his lawyer entered a not guilty plea on Spell’s behalf as the pastor waited outside the courthouse surrounded by unmasked supporters. On Palm Sunday, the church hosted more than 1,200 parishioners, Spell told CNN. It is unknown how many other of Spell’s parishioners have gotten covid-19. He was held in contempt of court last month because he didn’t appear before the judge since he refused to wear a mask.

Source: Washington Post September 23, 2020 10:39 UTC