Unlike members of the House of Representatives, senators are not allowed to vote remotely by proxy.
Two moderate senators, Democrat Joe Manchin of West Virginia and GOP Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, have tested positive for Covid-19.
WASHINGTON — A resurgence in Covid cases across the nation could impede progress on key bills in the U.S. Senate this week after moderate Sens. Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Lisa Murkowski separately announced Monday that they both have tested positive for the virus. "This morning I tested positive for COVID-19," Manchin, a Democrat, announced in a tweet."I am fully vaccinated and boosted and am experiencing mild symptoms. I will isolate and follow CDC guidelines as I continue to work remotely to serve West Virginians."Sign up for NBC LA newsletters.
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