New York State Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, February 20.
The news of Benjamin’s positive results comes after he attended the 2022 NYS Democratic Convention in Manhattan on Thursday, February 17, according to CNY Central.
I tested positive for COVID today. Thankfully, I’m vaxxed, boosted, and in good spirits, since I’m only experiencing mild symptoms.
Cat and our girls’ tests came back negative—praise God! I’ll be isolating at home as they monitor for symptoms and get tested again in a few days.
— Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin (@LtGovBenjamin) February 21, 2022
Lt. Gov. Benjamin also attended a funeral in the Bronx on Saturday, February 19.
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