Detroit Lawmaker Tests Positive For Coronavirus

DETROIT, MI — Another Detroit area lawmaker has tested positive for the new coronavirus, according to a news report.

The Detroit News reported Monday that Rep. Karen Whitsett tested positive for the illness. Whitsett is the second working Detroit area lawmaker to test positive for the virus. Rep. Tyrone Carter, D-Detroit previously tested positive, while Rep. Isaac Robinson, D-Detroit, died March 29 in what is suspected to be a coronavirus case, according to reports citing his family.

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Monday tweeted at Whitsett, wishing her a quick recovery and encouraging Michigan residents to do their part to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

I’m thinking of @KayLyme and wishing her a quick recovery. Let’s all do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19 to keep our loved ones and communities safe.
— Governor Gretchen Whitmer (@GovWhitmer) April 6, 2020

News of Whitsett's positive test for the virus comes after Whitmer on Monday announced many Detroit-area hospitals were running low on PPE and said it is likely she will extend the statewide stay at home order.

As of 10 a.m. Sunday, the state has reported more than 15,700 confirmed cases the coronavirus and more than 600 deaths attributed to the virus.