President Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump tested positive for coronavirus, vows to begin quarantine 'immediately'
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump has tested positive for the coronavirus, a stunning development that came hours after he confirmed one of his longest-serving aides with whom he had recently traveled also received a positive test result.
The president has often claimed the U.S. has the pandemic"under control," but his own positive test result – assuming it is accurate – is certain to raise questions about the reopening of schools and businesses when the virus could not be contained within the White House, arguably the most secure facility in the world.
White House physician Sean Conley confirmed the positive test result in a memo released by the White House shortly after the president's tweet. Conley said both were"well at this time" and that they planned 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 said.
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