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Barack Obama tests positive for COVID-19, former president confirms on Twitter

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(NEW YORK) — Former President Barack Obama has tested positive for COVID-19, he tweeted on Sunday.

Obama is “feeling fine,” other than a scratchy throat, he wrote, reminding people to get vaccinated even as the number of cases in the U.S. goes down.

Former first lady Michelle Obama tested negative, he said.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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