Lawmakers react to Trump, First Lady COVID-19 diagnosis

Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19. We will begin our quarantine and recovery process immediately. We will get through this TOGETHER!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 2, 2020

Karen and I send our love and prayers to our dear friends President @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS Melania Trump. We join millions across America praying for their full and swift recovery. God bless you President Trump & our wonderful First Lady Melania.

— Mike Pence (@Mike_Pence) October 2, 2020

Jill and I send our thoughts to President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump for a swift recovery. We will continue to pray for the health and safety of the president and his family.

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) October 2, 2020

I am praying for a full and swift recovery for our terrific @POTUS & @FLOTUS. Alabama stands with you, Mr. President, and we appreciate your steadfast leadership. We are stronger together, and we WILL get through this. #alpolitics https://t.co/cTvpGDPM6d

— Governor Kay Ivey (@GovernorKayIvey) October 2, 2020

.@RealDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS: Wishing the two of you a speedy recovery. Julie and I will continue our prayers for you and @VP Pence as our great nation gets through these challenging times, stronger and more resilient than ever.

— Sen. Dan Sullivan (@SenDanSullivan) October 2, 2020

Arizona's prayers are with @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS and for their swift recovery from #COVID19. https://t.co/RnHJaP6xbF

— Doug Ducey (@dougducey) October 2, 2020

Praying for a swift recovery for the President and First Lady. https://t.co/Bd2HZ7IQDK

— Martha McSally for U.S. Senate (@MarthaMcSally) October 2, 2020

Sending thoughts and prayers to our President @realDonaldTrump and our beloved @FLOTUS, whom I have no doubt are facing this with faith and courage. Praying for a speedy recovery. America is with you! https://t.co/HPl9DnWuyN

— Rep. Paul Gosar, DDS (@RepGosar) October 2, 2020

Susan and I are praying for @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS. Everyone around POTUS is tested every day so this is another personal reminder of the serious threat of the virus. We hope both the President and First Lady make a speedy recovery.

— Gov. Asa Hutchinson (@AsaHutchinson) October 2, 2020

Doug and I join Joe Biden and Dr. Biden in wishing President Trump and the First Lady a full and speedy recovery. We’re keeping them and the entire Trump family in our thoughts.

— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) October 2, 2020

Warm wishes for a successful and complete recovery from COVID to @realDonaldTrump, @FLOTUS, and all those across the world who have the virus

— Jared Polis (@jaredpolis) October 2, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the President and First Lady, who have tested positive for COVID. Another reminder that this is a highly contagious virus and we must not let our guard down.

— Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) October 2, 2020

This news is shocking. I wish the President, First Lady, & everyone in the White House a speedy recovery.

If this disease can reach the White House, it can infect anyone in any house. Please remember to wear masks, physically distance, & follow other public health guidelines.

— Richard Blumenthal (@SenBlumenthal) October 2, 2020

There will be a lot to say about this, but let’s start here: The President and the First Lady have a serious, deadly virus and we should all hope for a full recovery. https://t.co/kGp7IV2LuO

— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) October 2, 2020

I wouldn’t wish this virus on anyone. Praying for the President, his family and staff for negative results and a quick recovery.

— Jahana Hayes (@RepJahanaHayes) October 2, 2020

Tracey and I wish President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump a speedy recovery.

COVID-19 is serious. Please wear a mask. Physically distance from others outside your household. Avoid large gatherings. Wash/sanitize your hands. Stay vigilant and we’ll get through this.

— Governor John Carney (@JohnCarneyDE) October 2, 2020

Our healing prayers are with President Trump and First Lady Melania. Wishing them both a swift recovery! https://t.co/o522GgVcXP

— Congressman Ross Spano (@RepRossSpano) October 2, 2020

Ann and I send our well wishes and prayers to @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS during this time and hope for a speedy and safe recovery. https://t.co/ZabWFZrsph

— Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) October 2, 2020

Praying for a full and speedy recovery for @POTUS & @FLOTUS https://t.co/LBa4W7vR5E

— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) October 2, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the President, the First Lady, and their staff. This virus is incredibly transferable, no one is exempt. Until there’s a vaccine, our best defense is to continue to mask up, social distance, and follow @CDCgov guidelines.

— Congressman Charlie Crist (@RepCharlieCrist) October 2, 2020

.@GAFirstLady, the girls, and I wish President Trump and the First Lady a quick recovery. Our prayers are with them and their family! https://t.co/w2QaAx3ymV

— Governor Brian P. Kemp (@GovKemp) October 2, 2020

Bonnie & I wish President Trump and the First Lady a speedy recovery. Our prayers are with them as they fight this virus. https://t.co/vHR6fhPN2R

— David Perdue (@sendavidperdue) October 2, 2020

Please join me in praying for a full and swift recovery for @realdonaldtrump and @flotus. 🙏🏻 https://t.co/hNbC9h6VUV

— Kelly Loeffler (@KLoeffler) October 2, 2020

My husband Abraham and I offer our best wishes and aloha to President @realDonaldTrump and the First Lady @FLOTUS and praying for their speedy recovery. We also send our best wishes to Ivanka, Tiffany, Donald Trump Jr., Eric, and Barron during this difficult time. #TrumpHasCovid

— Tulsi Gabbard 🌺 (@TulsiGabbard) October 2, 2020

Teresa and I are sending prayers to the President and First Lady for a speedy recovery from COVID-19. The pandemic is not over, and we must remain vigilant in defense of the virus. Wash your hands. Wear a mask. Together we will get through these unprecedented times.

— Brad Little (@GovernorLittle) October 2, 2020

We’re all hoping for a speedy recovery Mr. President. https://t.co/ADdmjXjMZE

— Cong. Mike Simpson (@CongMikeSimpson) October 2, 2020

I wish the President and First Lady a speedy recovery. https://t.co/LQBBHS93vx

— Governor JB Pritzker (@GovPritzker) October 2, 2020

Wishing the President and First Lady a speedy recovery from this dangerous coronavirus. https://t.co/WfRYGzKW0q

— Senator Dick Durbin (@SenatorDurbin) October 2, 2020

🙏 for our President @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS!

— Jim Banks (@RepJimBanks) October 2, 2020

Daily 🙏 always for POTUS & FLOTUS and now 🙏 they defeat COVID and emerge stronger @RealDonaldTrump

— Steve King (@SteveKingIA) October 2, 2020

Franki and I wish the President and First Lady a quick and full recovery. https://t.co/MxmsCwKD1R

— Senator Pat Roberts (@SenPatRoberts) October 2, 2020

Waking up to the news the President & First Lady have tested positive for COVID-19. This virus is real and can impact anyone. Wear your mask, social distance and follow the guidelines. To the President, First Lady & everyone facing this virus - we hope for a quick recovery. ^AB

— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) October 2, 2020

Get well soon and stay strong! @KelleyAshbyPaul and I are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. https://t.co/dRHSRlTlSW

— Senator Rand Paul (@RandPaul) October 2, 2020

I wish @POTUS and the First Lady a swift recovery. I hope all Louisianans will join me and Donna in prayer for their health. #lagov

— John Bel Edwards (@LouisianaGov) October 2, 2020

Praying for a swift recovery for @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS. They’re fighters, and will beat this together.

— Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) October 2, 2020

This is yet another reminder that this virus can affect anyone — regardless of your politics or your power. This is a dangerous illness, and for the good of the country, we must all work together to follow the science and strengthen our national response.

— Senator Angus King (@SenAngusKing) October 2, 2020

Yumi and I are wishing President Trump and the First Lady a speedy recovery. Our thoughts and our prayers are with them both.

— Governor Larry Hogan (@GovLarryHogan) October 2, 2020

A COVID-19 diagnosis is an awful thing that far too many Americans have had to confront—including 200,000 who have tragically died. I wish the first family a quick recovery. I’m praying for our country. Please, please, please wear a mask, keep your distance & stay safe America.

— Rep. Jim McGovern (@RepMcGovern) October 2, 2020

My sincere hope is that today's news will serve as a wakeup call to every single American. Right now all 50 states and the federal government have some kind of declared state of emergency. We are all in this together. Let's mask up and get through this together, as one nation.

— Governor Gretchen Whitmer (@GovWhitmer) October 2, 2020

Archie and I join Minnesotans in wishing Donald and Melania Trump a speedy recovery.

This pandemic is serious and it affects all of us. Wear a mask and social distance. We all can help stop the spread.

— Senator Tina Smith (@SenTinaSmith) October 2, 2020

Having just surpassed 100,000 COVID-19 cases, Minnesotans know firsthand that this virus is serious. Gwen and I send our prayers to the President and First Lady. We wish them a speedy recovery.

— Governor Tim Walz (@GovTimWalz) October 2, 2020

Gayle and I are praying for the President and the First Lady. We hope they continue to feel well and recover quickly. https://t.co/MNA0IfRXY6

— Senator Roger Wicker (@SenatorWicker) October 2, 2020

Teresa and I join Missourians and the nation in wishing President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania well as they navigate COVID-19 recovery.

Our prayers are with them always.

— Governor Mike Parson (@GovParsonMO) October 2, 2020

Erin and I send our prayers and best wishes to @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS for a speedy recovery

— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) October 2, 2020

Lisa and I are thinking of the President and First Lady and we hope they have a quick and smooth recovery from COVID-19. It's clear this virus can impact anyone and it's important we all take precautions.

— Steve Bullock (@GovernorBullock) October 2, 2020

Praying for a swift recovery for President @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS and for everyone battling #coronavirus right now. https://t.co/VPyOGxr2tj

— Gov. Pete Ricketts (@GovRicketts) October 2, 2020

First Lady of Nevada Kathy and I wish @realdonaldtrump and @flotus a speedy recovery after their #COVID19 diagnosis.

— Governor Sisolak (@GovSisolak) October 2, 2020

Valerie and I are wishing the President and First Lady a speedy recovery. We join the people of New Hampshire in praying for their health in this difficult time.

— Chris Sununu (@GovChrisSununu) October 2, 2020

Wishing @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS a speedy and complete return to good health. https://t.co/T9uiifbee5

— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) October 2, 2020

My thoughts are with the president and the first lady. I'm wishing them a speedy and full recovery.

This virus is vicious. It can and will infect anyone.

We've all got to double down on safe practices and look out for each other. Please wear a mask.

— Michelle Lujan Grisham (@GovMLG) October 2, 2020

My thoughts are with President Trump and the First Lady and I wish them a full and speedy recovery.

This virus is vicious and spreads easily.

Wear a mask. Let’s all look out for each other.

— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) October 2, 2020

President @realDonaldTrump is a fighter and I'm praying for a full and speedy recovery for him and @FLOTUS. https://t.co/bdlAJh958M

— Senator Thom Tillis (@SenThomTillis) October 2, 2020

Praying for a quick and full recovery for the both of you. https://t.co/FcpAaXbmNw

— Rep. Mark Walker (@RepMarkWalker) October 2, 2020

Kris and I will be praying for President @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS to have a full and speedy recovery, and we urge the country to do the same. https://t.co/phn0nyG0Br

— Sen. Kevin Cramer (@SenKevinCramer) October 2, 2020

Along with millions of others, we extend our prayers and best wishes to the President and First Lady during this time for a speedy recovery and for their good health.

— Governor Mike DeWine (@GovMikeDeWine) October 2, 2020

Jane & I send our best wishes to President and Melania Trump for a speedy recovery. I’m glad they immediately began to quarantine and I hope everyone will support their recovery by continuing to do their part to slow the spread by wearing a mask and practicing social distancing.

— Rob Portman (@senrobportman) October 2, 2020

Sarah and I join with the millions of Oklahomans and Americans who are praying for the quick and full recovery of @realDonaldTrump, @FLOTUS and everyone else battling COVID-19.

— Governor Kevin Stitt (@GovStitt) October 2, 2020

Nancy and I are wishing the President and First Lady a speedy recovery. This virus is far from gone. Please continue to follow proper medical guidelines to keep you and your loved ones safe.

— Ron Wyden (@RonWyden) October 2, 2020

Sending along best wishes to @realdonaldtrump and @flotus on a full and speedy recovery. https://t.co/QMFG8LXjza

— Senator Pat Toomey (@SenToomey) October 2, 2020

COVID-19 is a serious illness that has impacted millions of American families. I wish President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump a speedy recovery following their positive test. I will keep them in my prayers.

— Senator Bob Casey (@SenBobCasey) October 2, 2020

I wish President Trump and the First Lady a full and speedy recovery.

— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) October 2, 2020

I’m disgusted by those wishing ill on the President and First Lady.

It’s truly shameful.

— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) October 2, 2020

Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We’re still in this fight together.

— Senator John Thune (@SenJohnThune) October 2, 2020

.@MariaLeeTN and I are praying for President Trump and First Lady Melania’s swift recovery and for all others affected by this virus.

— Gov. Bill Lee (@GovBillLee) October 2, 2020

Lifting up prayers for @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS.

May God’s healing powers touch them, strengthen them, and raise them up.

— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) October 2, 2020

If @realdonaldtrump tests positive for COVID-19, the White House needs to be honest with the American people.

It’s not just a matter of the President’s personal health; it’s a matter of national security. This virus has claimed over 200k American lives in 6 months.

— Joaquin Castro (@JoaquinCastrotx) October 2, 2020

Sorry to hear about your having tested positive for COVID-19. Best wishes on a speedy recovery! https://t.co/1ENF0bDmGI

— Gov. Gary Herbert (@GovHerbert) October 2, 2020

I want Vermonters to know I understand how stressful and troubling this time is, including the news that President Trump and the First Lady have tested positive for COVID-19. My thoughts are with the President, his family and those he may have come in contact with recently. 1/8

— Governor Phil Scott (@GovPhilScott) October 2, 2020

Pam and I are sending our best wishes to the President and First Lady, and to the more than 46,000 Americans—and 450 Virginians—also diagnosed with #COVID19 yesterday.

This virus is very real and very serious. Let’s continue to take care of each other by doing the right things.

— Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) October 2, 2020

All of us hope that President Trump and the First Lady will have a speedy recovery. The virus does not discriminate based on our politics. We hope everyone will protect their health and the health of those around them, by doing what we know works. Mask up.

— Governor Jay Inslee (@GovInslee) October 2, 2020

I wish @POTUS and @FLOTUS well. Praying for their health and a speedy recovery.

— CathyMcMorrisRodgers (@cathymcmorris) October 2, 2020

I wish the President and First Lady a speedy recovery. This is a terrible disease, and it continues to impact families across the country. It's as important as ever we all continue washing hands, wearing masks, social distancing, & taking the steps we can to keep each other safe.

— Senator Patty Murray (@PattyMurray) October 2, 2020

I wish the President and First Lady speedy recoveries.

— Sen. Maria Cantwell (@SenatorCantwell) October 2, 2020

Gayle and I are praying for a speedy and healthy recovery for President Trump and the First Lady. West Virginians know firsthand how serious COVID-19 can be. Please continue being safe. Wear a mask, social distance when possible and wash your hands.

— Senator Joe Manchin (@Sen_JoeManchin) October 2, 2020

Kathy and I are sending our best wishes to President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in their recovery.

— Governor Tony Evers (@GovEvers) October 2, 2020

Jennie and I are praying for a speedy recovery for @realDonaldTrump and @FLOTUS after their #COVID19 diagnosis.

— Governor Mark Gordon (@GovernorGordon) October 2, 2020