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Gov. DeWine, First Lady exposed to COVID-19

Both have recently tested negative for the virus
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
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FILE - In this Feb. 27, 2020, file photo Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine gives an update at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland on the state's preparedness and education efforts to limit the potential spread of coronavirus. "We cannot tell people to stay inside, but also tell them to go out and vote,” said DeWine of Ohio, which postponed its primary that had been scheduled for last Tuesday. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak, File)
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
Posted at 10:47 AM, Nov 03, 2021
and last updated 2021-11-03 10:52:10-04

COLUMBUS — Gov. Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine were exposed to COVID-19 by two staff members who recently tested positive for the virus.

The governor's office made the announcement Wednesday morning.

Both will not attend in-person events through Sunday.

In a news release, the governor's office said both DeWines are fully vaccinated and received their boosters. They also tested negative for COVID and currently have no symptoms. They will continue to be tested daily for COVID.

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