Positive Tests Highlight Lack Of Broad Coronavirus Testing Plan For Congress
The Capitol has struggled with plans to install a program since the pandemic's beginnings, but it's likely to get a closer look in the wake of positive tests for President Trump and the first lady.
Top congressional leaders are looking at whether it's time to install a widespread coronavirus testing program on Capitol Hill in the wake of positive tests for President Trump and Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah.
"This episode demonstrates that the Senate needs a testing and contact tracing program for senators, staff and all who work in the Capitol complex," Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Friday. "We simply cannot allow the administration's cavalier attitude to adversely affect this branch of government.
"It is imperative
