By Ted Johnson Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) said that he tested positive for the coronavirus, making him the first member of Congress to contract the virus. “I want everyone to know that I am feeling much better,” he said in a statement. ” However, it is important that everyone take this extremely seriously and follow CDC guidelines in order to avoid getting sick and mitigate the spread of this virus.
We must continue to work together to emerge stronger as a country during these trying times.” Diaz-Balart said that after votes last Friday, he decided to self-quarantine in Washington and not return to his South Florida home because his wife Tia, has pre-existing conditions that put her at high risk.
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