WASHINGTON, Oct 2: US President Donald Trump said today that he and first lady Melania Trump have tested positive for the Coronavirus, a development that is likely to affect his hectic election campaign.
“Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19. We will begin our quarantine and recovery process immediately. We will get through this TOGETHER!” 74-year-old Trump tweeted.
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In a statement, Trump’s physician Dr. Sean Conley said the President and the first lady “are both well at this time”, and they plan to remain at home within the White House during their convalescence.
“Rest assured I expect the President to continue carrying out his duties without disruption while recovering,” Conley added. (PTI)