Congressman Gaetz was informed Monday that he came into contact with a CPAC attendee 11 days ago who tested positive for COVID-19.
While the Congressman is not experiencing symptoms, he received testing today and expects results soon.
Under doctor’s usual precautionary recommendations, he’ll remain self-quarantined until the 14-day period expires this week.
His Washington office will be closed during this time, with his Pensacola office remaining open.
Rep. Gaetz was with President Trump on Air Force One today.
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