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U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur tests positive for COVID-19

According to a statement from Kaptur's office, she "recently began feeling cold like symptoms" and tested positive in two COVID-19 tests.

TOLEDO, Ohio — U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Toledo) tested positive for COVID-19, her office announced Tuesday afternoon.

The statement says that Kaptur "recently began feeling cold like symptoms." A more specific timeframe is not specified in the announcement.

After taking a test, the result was confirmed by a second test administered by the U.S. House of Representatives' Health Unit, the statement says.

Kaptur will quarantine and wear a mask in accordance with CDC guidelines, the statement says.

Her office's full statement can be read below:

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