President Joe Biden, 79, tested positive on Thursday for COVID-19, his spokesperson said in a statement.
“This morning, President Biden tested positive for COVID-19. He is fully vaccinated and twice boosted and experiencing very mild symptoms. He has begun taking Paxlovid,” Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.
“Consistent with CDC guidelines, he will isolate at the White House and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time.”
Biden also address reporters, virtually.
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“I really appreciate your concerns, but I’m doing well, getting a lot of work. I’m going to continue to get it done,” he said.
Jean-Pierre said Biden had been in contact with members of the White House staff by phone this morning and would participate in his planned meetings at the White House this morning via phone and Zoom from the residence.
“Consistent with White House protocol for positive COVID cases, which goes above and beyond CDC guidance, he will continue to work in isolation until he tests negative. Once he tests negative, he will return to in-person work,” she said.
“Out of an abundance of transparency, the White House will provide a daily update on the President’s status as he continues to carry out the full duties of the office while in isolation.
“Per standard protocol for any positive case at the White House, the White House Medical Unit will inform all close contacts of the President during the day today, including any Members of Congress and any members of the press who interacted with the President during yesterday’s travel.
“The President’s last previous test for COVID was Tuesday when he had a negative test result.”
