Stacey Abrams Tests Positive For COVID-19 Following Atlanta Speech

GEORGIA — Stacey Abrams, the Democratic nominee for Georgia governor, tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday morning, she announced on social media.

The positive test comes just a day after she gave an economic address in Atlanta. She tested negative before the event, she said.

Abrams, who is fully vaccinated and has received a booster shot, is experiencing mild symptoms and will isolate at home for "the next few days," she said.

"I look forward to getting back on the road and meeting folks across Georgia soon," Abrams said.