Maryland lawmakers ask Apple to explain why it closed Apple Towson and what it explored to protect jobs.
Apple’s decision to close its Towson store is drawing fresh political pressure, with Maryland lawmakers requesting the company provide details on what alternatives, if any, were considered.
In a delegation letter sent to Apple. the lawmakers say they have “serious concern” about the closure and urge the company to reconsider whether there were viable paths forward that could preserve jobs and keep a retail presence in the region.. The letter asks Apple to clarify the factors behind the decision and how it evaluated the impact on employees.
The broader issue is not only the store closing, but how workers are treated as the situation unfolds.