Politics & Government
Former President Obama Tests Positive For COVID
Former President Barack Obama announced his positive COVID test Sunday. He said he is experiencing a "scratchy throat."
WASHINGTON, DC — Former President Barack Obama announced Sunday on his Twitter account that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
The only symptom Obama is experiencing is a "scratchy throat," and former First Lady Michelle Obama tested negative. Both are vaccinated and have received booster shots, he said.
"It’s a reminder to get vaccinated if you haven’t already, even as cases go down," Barack Obama said.
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