Triple-Vaccinated Secretary of Defense Tests Positive for COVID
The U.S. secretary of defense tested positive for the coronavirus on Sunday morning, according to a statement released by the Department of Defense. Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said he began experiencing mild symptoms while on holiday leave at home.
In keeping with those directions, and in accordance with CDC guidelines, I will quarantine myself at home for the next five days. Stemming the spread of this virus, safeguarding our workforce, and ensuring my own speedy and safe recovery remain my priorities. 2/7
— Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III (@SecDef) January 3, 2022
I have informed my leadership team of my positive test result, as well as the President. My staff has begun contact tracing and testing of all those with whom I have come into contact over the last week. 4/7
— Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III (@SecDef) January 3, 2022
As my doctor made clear to me, my fully vaccinated status — and the booster I received in early October — have rendered the infection much more mild than it would otherwise have been. And I am grateful for that. 6/7
— Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III (@SecDef) January 3, 2022
The vaccines work and will remain a military medical requirement for our workforce. I continue to encourage everyone eligible for a booster shot to get one. This remains a readiness issue. 7/7
— Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III (@SecDef) January 3, 2022
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