Senator John Cornyn tests positive for COVID-19

Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) announced on Monday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Cornyn tweeted out the news, saying that he is vaccinated and boosted and that he plans to continue working remotely.

Senator Cornyn also said he will continue to fight against a $369 billion dollar package proposed by Democrats, which includes health care, climate, and tax measures.

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York) is expected to put the package up for a vote this week.

Cornyn tweeted if the bill goes up for a vote he plans to attend, while following CDC guidelines.

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