Coronavirus Latest: 2 NYC State Assemblymembers Test Positive

BROOKLYN, NY — Two New York City members of the state assemby have tested positive for the new coronavirus.

Charles Barron, the outspoken member who represents East New York, And Helene Weinstein, whose seat includes Canarsie and Flatbush, were diagnosed Saturday, Governor Andrew Cuomo said.

“It is important to note that both members have not been in Albany since early March for separate reasons," he said.

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“We have spoken with the Senate and are undertaking an intensive cleaning of the Capital and the Legislative Office Building. All legislators and staff that have come in contact with these members will be tested to ensure the safety of everyone."

The condition of the two is unknown.

New York City had 183 postive cases of the coronavirus as of March 14.

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