2 Capitol Police officers have tested positive for coronavirus
WASHINGTON _ Two Capitol Police officers have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, an incursion into the force that protects the U.S. Capitol complex, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
On March 20, union head Gus Papathanasiou told Capitol Police Chief Steven A. Sund he has been flooded with inquiries from officers concerned about contracting the coronavirus. Unlike staffers and other employees who can work from home, many officers are required to maintain a physical presence around the grounds.
Sund sent that email after a first officer tested positive for the virus and began to self-quarantine on March 18. The Hill reported that first officer's positive diagnosis on Sunday.
Thus far, give lawmakers have tested positive for coronavirus. Additionally, New York Democratic Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez disclosed on Monday that she had been diagnosed with a "presumed coronavirus infection."
_ CQ-Roll Call
