WASHINGTON, Oct 15 — US Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris cancelled travel plans through Sunday as a precaution after one of her staff members tested positive for Covid-19, the Biden campaign said in a statement. Harris, who the campaign said tested negative for the coronavirus...
Thursday, 15 Oct 2020 11:04 PM MYT
Harris, who the campaign said tested negative for the coronavirus yesterday and is set to be tested again today, had planned an aggressive travel schedule in the run-up to the November 3 election between her running mate Joe Biden and President Donald Trump. Harris was not in close contact with either infected person during the two days prior to their diagnosis, the Biden campaign said in a statement and call with reporters. Harris wore a mask during the flight she shared with Allen and the flight crew member, who both tested negative before and after the flight.
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