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U.S. Rep. Darren Soto tests positive for COVID-19

By FOX 35 News Staff

Updated September 8, 2021 11:04pm EDT

Florida Congressman Darren Soto tests positive for COVID-19

The US Representative for Florida's 9th district tweeted the results to his followers.

TALLAHASSEE - Florida Congressman Darren Soto announced on Wednesday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

The U.S. Representative for Florida's 9th district tweeted the results to his followers.

"I recently tested positive for #COVID19, and am grateful to only have mild symptoms, which I credit to the vaccine."

Soto says he is currently self-isolating and working remotely.

"I encourage everyone to #GetVaccinated to save lives!"