The White House disclosed today that President Joe Biden has contracted COVID-19. With only mild symptoms present, President Biden has started treatment with Paxlovid, a medication designed to combat the virus.
Following this health revelation, numerous events in the President’s schedule have been affected, including the cancellation of a key conference and the delay of various campaign engagements. Vice President Kamala Harris has tested negative for COVID-19 and will continue with her scheduled duties.
President Biden has communicated to the public that he remains in good spirits, is continuing to work, and adheres to CDC guidelines by working in isolation until he tests negative for the virus. He emphasized his commitment to pushing forward his administration’s objectives during this period.
White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre stated that President Biden is up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations and has received two booster shots, which help significantly decrease the risk of serious illness, hospitalization, and death caused by the virus.
This diagnosis arrives amid an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in certain regions of the country, prompting the administration to repeat calls for vaccinations, booster shots, mask wearing in crowded indoor settings, and maintaining social distancing.
Further updates regarding the President’s condition and any potential adjustments to his schedule will be made public as they are available.
