Politics & Government
Minnesota Democrats, Republicans Send Well Wishes To Trump Family
Members of both major parties in Minnesota are wishing President Trump and the first lady a speedy recovery.
TWIN CITIES, MN — Minnesota Democrats and Republicans are sending well-wishes to President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump after they test positive for coronavirus. The couple, as well as White House advisor Hope Hicks, came down with the virus after their rally in Duluth Wednesday.
Wishing Donald and Melania Trump a full and speedy recovery. An important reminder that no one is immune to COVID-19. Please, wear a mask. Practice social distancing. It's on all of us to stop the spread.
— Tina Smith (@TinaSmithMN) October 2, 2020
Following news of President Trump’s positive COVID test, and given Congressman Lewis’ interaction with President Trump on Wednesday, the Jason Lewis for Senate campaign released the following statement (attached): pic.twitter.com/6hhr0l263H
— Jason Lewis (@LewisForMN) October 2, 2020
I’m sending my thoughts and prayers to the President and First Lady. My family knows firsthand how difficult this disease can be, and no family should have to go through that. We’re wishing them a speedy recovery.
— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) October 2, 2020
Having just surpassed 100,000 COVID-19 cases, Minnesotans know firsthand that this virus is serious. Gwen and I send our prayers to the President and First Lady. We wish them a speedy recovery.
— Governor Tim Walz (@GovTimWalz) October 2, 2020
The Minnesota Department of Health said the coronavirus may have been spread at the rally, and has issued guidance for people who attended the event. Several state Republicans are being tested for COVID-19 after interacting with Trump this week.
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