President Donald Trump and his wife Melania both tested positive to Coronavirus.
In the early hours of Friday, the Trump revealed his status on hi verified twitter account.
He tweeted, Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19. We will begin our quarantine and recovery process immediately. We will get through this TOGETHER!.”
Later, the first lady wrote on her Twitter verified twitter account saying, “As too many Americans have done this year, @potus & I are quarantining at home after testing positive for COVID-19. We are feeling good & I have postponed all upcoming engagements.
“Please be sure you are staying safe & we will all get through this together.”
Trump was last seen in public on Thursday afternoon, returning to the White House after a fundraising trip to New Jersey. He did not appear ill, though he did not speak to reporters as he walked into his residence.
The physician to Trump, Sean Conley, sent a letter to confirm the positive test on Thursday and said the president and first lady would remain at the White House during their isolation.
It added: “The White House medical team and I will maintain a vigilant watch, and I appreciate the support provided by some of our country’s greatest medical professionals and institutions.
“Rest assured I expect the president to continue carrying out his duties without disruption while recovering, and I will keep you updated on any future developments.”
