President Biden Tests Positive for Covid-19 Amid Campaign Pressure
President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 today after his first event in Las Vegas, confirmed White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. Despite being vaccinated and boosted, Biden is experiencing mild respiratory symptoms including a runny nose and non-productive cough. He will self-isolate in Delaware while continuing presidential duties, with regular updates on his health provided by the White House.
In a statement from Dr. Kevin O’Connor, Biden’s doctor noted upper respiratory symptoms and mild general malaise. Following a positive point-of-care test, Biden’s vital signs remain stable with treatment initiated using Paxlovid. He will follow CDC guidelines for symptomatic individuals, pending PCR confirmation testing.
Campaign Pressure Mounts
The cancellation of Biden’s Las Vegas event coincides with increasing pressure from donors and elected Democrats for him to withdraw from the presidential race following a challenging debate performance against Donald Trump. Hollywood mogul Jeffrey Katzenberg, a campaign co-chair, expressed concerns about Biden’s electoral prospects, citing reduced donor contributions and doubts about his ability to compete effectively.
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