Alaska’s sole member in US House tests positive for COVID-19
Associated PressANCHORAGE, Alaska — U.S. Rep. Don Young announced Thursday that he has tested positive for COVID-19, a day after the 87-year-old won his 25th term in the U.S. House. I’m glad to hear he’s doing well and will be praying for his health and recovery, along with all those impacted by #COVID19,” Alaska’s senior U.S. senator, Lisa Murkowski, said in a tweet. Last March, Young spoke to a group of senior citizens, referring to the coronavirus as the “beer virus.” Young’s positive test came after he was campaigning for re-election in Alaska, which is experiencing a surge of cases. Mike Dunleavy, also a Republican, said in a video released Thursday that Alaska is facing an “escalating crisis.” He urged everyone during the next three weeks to work remotely if possible, have groceries and supplies delivered and to maintain a safe distance.