President Joe Biden is missing a campaign event in Las Vegas after being diagnosed with COVID. The 81-year-old politician was expected at a convention hosted by UnidosUS, a civil rights organization, on Wednesday (July 17).
In a statement from White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, it was confirmed that he would be absent from the event.
Details about his symptoms and treatment were also shared. Keep reading to find out more… “Earlier today following his first event in Las Vegas, President Biden tested positive for COVID-19,” she said in the statement, which was shared with Variety. “He is vaccinated and boosted and he is experiencing mild symptoms.
He will be returning to Delaware where he will self-isolate and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time.
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