Months after coronavirus emptied workplaces around the world, the White House staff is changing its own work habits in response to a rash of positive Covid-19 tests
WASHINGTON—President Trump has returned to an unusually quiet White House, with many officials working from home as the administration grapples with how to isolate Mr. Trump, who tested positive for Covid-19 last week, and protect the remaining staff from contracting the new coronavirus.
Administration officials said they had made plans for Mr. Trump to isolate in the White House residence after his hospitalization for Covid-19, setting up a makeshift office in the Map Room and the Diplomatic Reception Room. The White House...
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