President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as confirmed by the White House in a statement on Thursday. Despite being vaccinated and boosted, he is experiencing mild symptoms. Following an event in Nevada, where the positive test result emerged, Biden will self-isolate at his private residence in Delaware. Despite his illness, he intends to continue fulfilling his presidential duties during this period.
Biden’s physician noted that he has developed upper respiratory symptoms, including a runny nose and a cough. While awaiting confirmation from a PCR test, Biden has already begun treatment with the COVID-19 drug Paxlovid. This is Biden’s second bout with COVID-19; his first occurred two years ago, resulting in only mild symptoms.
Given Biden’s age of 81, there are concerns about his susceptibility to severe illness from COVID-19. This development comes amid ongoing scrutiny of his mental and physical fitness as he faces the prospect of running for re-election in the upcoming presidential elections in November.