First Lady Jill Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19

Daniel 9/04/2023

First Lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, while President Biden has tested negative. The First Lady is experiencing mild symptoms and is isolating at the couple's home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.

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President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden walk towards Air Force One before departing from Gainesville, Florida, on September 2, 2023. The Presiden and First Lady traveled to Florida to visit communities ravaged by Hurricane Idalia." TEFANI REYNOLDS, AFP Via Getty Images

The White House said that President Biden is "doing well" and will continue to work from the White House. He is also being tested regularly for COVID-19.

The First Lady's positive test comes as the number of COVID-19 cases in the United States is rising. The BA.5 subvariant of Omicron is now the dominant strain of the virus, and it is more transmissible than previous variants.

The White House said that the First Lady was fully vaccinated and boosted. She is also taking the antiviral medication Paxlovid.

The First Lady is expected to remain isolated for five days. She will be tested again at the end of that period to determine if she is still positive for the virus.

What does this mean for the Biden administration?

The First Lady's positive test is a reminder that COVID-19 is still a threat, even for people who are vaccinated and boosted. The White House has said that President Biden will continue to work from the White House, but he will take precautions to avoid exposure to the virus.

The First Lady's absence from public events could also affect the Biden administration's agenda. She is a popular figure who is often used to promote the administration's policies. However, the White House has said that she will continue to work on her initiatives from home.

How can people protect themselves from COVID-19?

The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to get vaccinated and boosted. You should also wear a mask in indoor public places, especially if you are in an area with a high number of cases. If you do get sick, it is important to isolate yourself from others to prevent the spread of the virus.

I hope the First Lady feels better soon.