Hartford Courant · Nov 23, 2020
Rep. Joe Courtney tests postive for the coronavirus
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, shown in this 2016 file photo, said Sunday he has tested postive for COVID-19.The Democrat from Vernon who represents the 2nd District said he is experiencing “mild symptoms” and is isolating at home. His office disclosed his diagnosis Sunday night.
“Last week, I learned that I was inadvertently exposed to someone who would later test positive for COVID-19, although they weren’t aware of their positive status at the time,” Courtney said. “Upon learning of that initial exposure, I immediately began following the strict isolation guidelines laid out by the CDC and by my doctor while I waited to get a coronavirus test.”