A staff member considered a close contact of Vice President Mike Pence has been diagnosed with COVID-19, adding to the growing cluster.
“Today, Marc Short, Chief of Staff to the Vice President, tested positive for COVID-19, began quarantine and assisting in the contact tracing process,” Mr Pence’s Press Secretary Devin O‘Malley said in a statement.
“While Vice President Pence is considered a close contact with Mr. Short, in consultation with the White House Medical Unit, the Vice President will maintain his schedule in accordance with the CDC guidelines for essential personnel.”
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