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First Lady Skips Campaign Rally in Erie, PA, Due to “Lingering Cough” from COVID-19

HeadlineOct 21, 2020

President Trump campaigned in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, where thousands of supporters ignored social distancing guidelines to pack a rally at Erie International Airport, where many were not wearing masks. First lady Melania Trump was due to join the event but remained at the White House. Her chief of staff said the first lady has a “lingering cough” as she continues to recover from COVID-19. 

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