Three senators stated on Thursday that they tested positive for COVID-19, despite having been vaccinated. This is a high-profile group of breakthrough cases. The news comes as the highly infectious delta variant rapidly spreads across the US.
King stated that he felt feverish on Wednesday and sought a COVID test from his doctor.
King stated, "I am not feeling great but I feel much better than I would without the vaccine."
Wicker's office confirmed that he was positive for the virus on Thursday morning.
His staff stated that Senator Wicker was fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and was in good health.
"He is isolating and all those with whom Senator Wicker was in close contact recently have been notified."
Hickenlooper declared his positive test just a few hours later.
"I feel great, but I will only isolate as per the doctor's instructions. I am grateful for the vaccine and the scientists who created it! Hickenlooper tweeted, "Thank you for limiting my symptoms!"
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This breakthrough was made possible by the announcement of US health officials that they would be distributing COVID-19 booster shot to Americans.
The shots were needed to protect against the delta variant, as there are signs of a decline in effectiveness over time.
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) announced August 2 that he tested positive for COVID-19, despite having been vaccinated.
He tweeted, "Sending my best wishes for a speedy recuperation to my good friends & colleagues," on Thursday.
Graham said, "If you haven't already done so, please #GetVaccinated."
Numerous members of Congress have tested positive for COVID-19. Rep. Ron Wright (R-Texas), 67, died early this year from the disease while Rep.-elect Luke Letlow (R-La.), 41, died in December just before he was sworn in.