Delaware Governor Carney tests positive for COVID-19

The governor is vaccinated and double boosted and is currently isolating per the CDC guidelines.

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Delaware governor tests positive for COVID-19
A positive test was confirmed through an at-home antigen test, which GovernorA positive test was confirmed through an at-home antigen test, which Carney took after experiencing mild symptoms.A positive test was confirmed through an at-home antigen test, which Carney took after experiencing mild symptoms. Carney took after experiencing mild symptoms.

WILMINGTON, Delaware (WPVI) -- Delaware Governor John Carney tested positive for COVID-19, his office announced Monday night.

A positive test was confirmed through an at-home antigen test, which Carney took after experiencing mild symptoms.

The governor is vaccinated and double-boosted and is currently isolating per the CDC guidelines.

"I am feeling well and will continue to work remotely, but unfortunately will have to miss a few in-person events," said Governor Carney. "I will continue to follow the CDC guidelines following my positive result."