Rep. Jahana Hayes has tested
positive for coronavirus and will be quarantined for the next 14 days.
The congresswoman announced
her positive test Sunday after a staffer who she was in close contact with
tested positive for the virus.
Hayes says she went to two
urgent care centers Saturday, but didn't get an appointment at a third site
until Sunday. She says members of Congress don't get tested regularly.
"My experience and the
experience of my staff underscores the need for a national testing strategy
with a coherent way to receive speedy, accurate results," Hayes says.
"This level of anxiety and uncertainty is untenable. I am asymptomatic,
except for breathing issues which are being monitored. Please keep my family
and my staff in your prayers."
The congresswoman worked at
her offices in both Connecticut and Washington D.C.
Staff at both offices were
told to get tested and quarantine.
They will work remotely until
further notice.