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Trump Tests Negative for Coronavirus After Being in Contact with Brazilian Official Infected with COVID-19

HeadlineMar 16, 2020

The White House said Saturday that Trump has tested negative for COVID-19, after coming in contact with Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s press secretary, who was diagnosed with the illness. Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has tested positive for the coronavirus after meeting with Bolsonaro and his staffers. Bolsonaro’s son said his father has tested negative, after earlier reports to the contrary. In Brazil, Bolsonaro defied recommendations for curbing the virus, greeting and encouraging rallies of pro-government supporters.

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