Politics & Government
New Jersey Rep. Bill Pascrell Tests Positive For COVID-19
The New Jersey congressman announced the breakthrough case, and said his symptoms were mild on Thursday.

NEW JERSEY — U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr., has tested positive for COVID-19, his office announced on Thursday.
The longtime congressman is vaccinated, and received a booster, he said. His symptoms are mild, and he is working from home while recovering.
"Today I tested positive for COVID," said Pascrell, in a statement. "I am fully vaccinated and boostered. Blessedly my symptoms are mild. I am working from home and will closely monitor my health."
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He also urged others to get vaccinated, and cases climb in New Jersey and across much of the country.
"Omicron spreads like wildfire and is no joke," Pascrell said.
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"Don’t worry about me: get your shots," he added.
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