In response to West, each he and his spouse Angela have Covid-19. West mentioned Angela was vaccinated towards the coronavirus, however he was not.
“Col. West is experiencing a low-grade fever and light-weight physique aches,” in keeping with an official Fb put up earlier within the day. “Out of concern for public well being, Col. West is suspending in-person occasions till receiving an all-clear indication.”
Later Saturday, West mentioned he and his spouse accomplished a monoclonal antibody therapy and “are within the statement interval.”
He protested final fall with different outstanding conservatives towards Gov. Greg Abbott’s Covid-19 restrictions and masks mandate, and sued the governor for extending early voting amid the pandemic.
West introduced his bid for governor on July 4, establishing a major problem towards Abbott, who’s searching for a 3rd time period and was endorsed by Trump.
“Cecilia and I are sending effectively needs to Allen and Angela. You’re in our prayers. Get effectively quickly,” Abbott tweeted Saturday.
This story has been up to date with extra background info.
