As the US wakes up to the news that President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus, figures from across the political spectrum have reached out to offer their support.
From across the aisle, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has said he would “pray for the health and safety” of Mr Trump and his family.
Former Democratic presidential candidates Pete Buttigieg and Tulsi Gabbard have also wished the couple a speedy recovery.
Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr, a veteran civil rights campaigner and Obama supporter, has tweeted: “For whatever religious or political persuasion you may be, we must all pray as millions of people are affected by this disease”.
Meanwhile Texas’ Republican Governor Greg Abbott was one of many state leaders to offer their wishes for the couple’s health.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he was “praying” for their recovery, and told reporters he himself had tested negative for coronavirus on Friday.
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