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U.S. President Joe Biden tests positive for COVID-19

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U.S. President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing “very mild symptoms.” In a statement on Thursday, a White House spokesperson said Biden, who is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots, will continue to work while isolating. “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,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said. Read more: Biden outlines new steps to fight climate change — ‘This is an emergency’ “He has been in contact with members of the White House staff by phone this morning, and will participate in his planned meetings at the White House this morning via phone and Zoom from the residence,” the statement added.

In a Tweet Thursday afternoon, Biden said he was “doing great” and “keeping busy”. Folks, I'm doing great. Thanks for your concern.

Just called Senator Casey, Congressman Cartwright, and Mayor Cognetti (and my Scranton cousins!) to send my regrets for missing our event today.

Keeping busy! pic.twitter.com/uf7AsOg571 — President Biden (@POTUS) <a href=«https://twitter.com/POTUS/status/1550153237021564943?ref_src=» https: globalnews.ca>July 21, 2022 Biden has begun taking Paxlovid, an antiviral drug designed to reduce the severity of the disease, as recommended by his doctor.

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