Fetterman diagnosed with COVID-19, experiencing mild symptoms

Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) has tested positive for COVID-19, with the senator stating he is experiencing mild symptoms.

It is unclear if Fetterman’s diagnosis will cause him to miss the last week of Senate votes before the chamber’s August recess, however, the Pennsylvania Democrat said in a post that he will be “working from home,” and “following the appropriate CDC guidance.”

The Senate is expected to vote on the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act and the Kids Online Safety Act, though both bills are fairly bipartisan, so Fetterman’s possible absence is not likely to affect the outcome.

“After a busy week in D.C., I’ve tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing mild symptoms. I’m grateful to be fully vaccinated and will be working from home, following the appropriate CDC guidance,” Fetterman posted on X Sunday.

COVID-19 rates are increasing in the United States, with 14% of tests nationwide coming back positive this week. 

In the Washington D.C., metropolitan area, COVID-19 levels are currently high. As of last week, Maryland is one of seven states with “very high” COVID-19 levels, and Virginia has “high” levels. The CDC does not have data for the District of Columbia.

The Washington Examiner reached out to Fetterman about whether or not he will miss any votes. Congress is set to return to Washington in September.