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Defense secretary tests positive for COVID-19

By Heather Hamilton
Published January 3, 2022 2:25am ET
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Defense secretary tests positive for COVID-19
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday after experiencing symptoms at home while on leave. The Department of Defense released a statement in which Austin noted that he is thankful his symptoms are mild due to being fully vaccinated. “My doctor made clear to me, my fully vaccinated status — and […]

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday after experiencing symptoms at home while on leave.

The Department of Defense released a statement in which Austin noted that he is thankful his symptoms are mild due to being fully vaccinated.

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