The vice president reportedly consulted a doctor to told him a test was not needed at this time
During a press briefing on Sunday, Pence, 60, said more than 2,000 labs are expecting to come online “in days ahead” with “high-speed testing” made available in all 50 states “during this challenging time in our nation,” later adding, “All coronavirus testing is free and it’s free for every American including uninsured Americans.”“It’s important as we expand testing resources … that the tests are available for the people most in need.
The White House later announced Saturday night that Trump’s test came back negative. “Last night after an in-depth discussion with the President regarding COVID-19 testing, he elected to proceed,” the statement read, according to a memorandum obtained by PEOPLE. “This evening I received confirmation that the test is negative.”
All reporters attending the White House press briefing were required to have their temperatures checked before being allowed into the building. According to CNN, one reporter registered a temperature of 99.9 degrees and was not allowed to attend the briefing.
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