Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Homeland Security Sec Mayorkas Tests Positive for COVID

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, who is vaccinated, tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday morning, U.S. media reported, citing a department spokesperson.

"Secretary Mayorkas tested positive this morning for the COVID-19 virus after taking a test as part of routine pre-travel protocols. Secretary Mayorkas is experiencing only mild congestion; he is fully vaccinated and will isolate and work at home per CDC protocols and medical advice. Contact tracing is underway," the spokesperson was quoted as saying by CNN and NBC News.

There were also media reports he is experiencing mild symptoms.

 

https://www.newsmax.com/politics/mayorkas-covid/2021/10/19/id/1041162/ 

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