White House press secretary Kaleigh McEnany announced via Twitter this morning that she has tested positive for COVID-19. But the statement is exceptionally defensive — likely because she spoke to reporters just yesterday without wearing a mask.
Where Things Stand: The Most Defensive Statement Yet
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October 5, 2020 12:52 p.m.
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