Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday.
Christie assisted President Donald Trump with debate preparations earlier this week.
Trump is being treated for COVID-19 at Walter Reed Hospital after announcing early Friday that he and first lady Melania had tested positive.
“I just received word that I am positive for COVID-19. I want to thank all of my friends and colleagues who have reached out to ask how I was feeling in the last day or two. I will be receiving medical attention today and will keep the necessary folks apprised of my condition,” Christie tweeted Saturday morning.
I just received word that I am positive for COVID-19. I want to thank all of my friends and colleagues who have reached out to ask how I was feeling in the last day or two. I will be receiving medical attention today and will keep the necessary folks apprised of my condition.
— Governor Christie (@GovChristie) October 3, 2020
Gov. Phil Murphy sent well wishes to Christie on Twitter Saturday afternoon.
"Tammy and I wish @GovChristie a full and speedy recovery. He and Mary Pat are in our prayers. #JerseyStrong," the governor said.
This story was first reported by Lauren Cook at PIX11 in New York, New York.