Washington, D.C. (Wednesday, March 18, 2020) – The coronavirus has made its way to Capitol Hill with two US lawmakers announcing today they have tested positive for COVID-19.

Florida Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s office issued a statement.  “On Saturday evening, Congressman Diaz-Balart developed symptoms, including a fever and a headache.  Just a short while ago, he was notified that he has tested positive for COVID-19.”  The republican lawmaker is said to be in quarantine in his apartment in Washington, D.C.

Meantime hours later, another lawmaker revealed he too has the virus.  Democratic Congressman Ben McAdams from Utah said he had tested positive after developing mild cold like symptoms Sunday evening.  McAdams said on Twitter that he learned of his results today and he will be isolated at home.