U.S. Sen. John Cornyn announced on Monday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
The Republican senior senator from Texas said in his tweet that he is vaccinated and boosted and was “doing fine.”
“After dodging it for 2+ years I’ve tested positive for COVID-19,” he said. “While quarantining I’ll continue to fight Chuck Schumer and Joe Manchin’s massive tax increase on working families remotely, consistent with CDC guidelines.”
Cornyn’s remark was a reference to the Inflation Reduction Act — legislation including tax, climate and healthcare provisions — which Congressional Democrats hope to make more progress on this week. The legislation includes $369 billion for energy and climate programs, as well as $64 billion to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, The Hill reported.
Cornyn later tweeted that he will still cast votes this week if required.
“If it happens, I will be there, consistent with CDC guidelines,” he said.
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