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Lansing, MI (AP) — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has tested positive for COVID-19.
The Democratic governor said in a statement that he tested positive for the virus on Monday night and is experiencing mild symptoms, Whitmer said while maintaining his schedule remotely. , said it plans to follow appropriate guidance and protocols.
Whitmer said all close contacts from Monday onwards will be notified.
"I am grateful to my family, staff and vaccines for providing strong protection against the virus," Whitmer said. "I'm looking forward to going back to work in person, meeting with voters, and keeping Michigan moving."
Whitmer is fully vaccinated, with two boosters he said he received. says.
"I encourage his fellow Michigans to get vaccinated and get a boost," Whitmer said.
