Alaska Congressman Tests Positive for Coronavirus

The Alaska Congressman Don Young announced his infection of coronavirus after he ridiculed the seriousness of the novel coronavirus, calling it the “beer virus.”

Young's infection appeared at a time when the governor of Alaska warned of the danger that health facilities would become full due to the rapid spread of the diseases throughout the state.

Young tweeted on his Twitter account, confirming that he was infected with the virus. He said: "I have tested positive for COVID-19. I am feeling strong, following proper protocols, working from home in Alaska, and ask for privacy at this time. May God Bless Alaska."

Young is the only representative in the US Congress from Alaska.