Parson will govern virtually after COVID-19 test; Gov’s staff tested as precaution
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson feels healthy and Missouri first lady Teresa Parson’s symptoms are mild, the governor’s office said Thursday, a day after the state’s first couple tested positive for COVID-19.
Parson will perform his gubernatorial duties from the governor’s mansion in Jefferson City for the next 10 days, participating virtually in meetings and other events.
Members of his staff and security detail are being tested as a precaution and awaiting results. Parson’s office will continue to operate without interruption, according to a statement.
“Everybody’s got to take care of themselves, you’ve got to do everything within your own powers to protect yourself, your family members, your friends and we did the exact same thing and we’ll continue to do that,” Parson during an interview with KMOX, a St. Louis radio station, Thursday afternoon.
Parson, a Republican who is on the ballot in November, was the second governor in the nation to test positive for COVID-19. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt tested positive for the virus in July.
The Star’s Jonathan Shorman contributed to this report.
This story was originally published September 24, 2020 at 3:29 PM.
