Biden has tested positive for COVID-19

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID and is currently experiencing mild symptoms.

Recent reports indicate that he is considering the possibility of withdrawing from his election campaign if doctors determine that he has a severe medical condition.

The 81-year-old President abruptly ended his trip to Las Vegas and headed to his beach home in Delaware, leaving reporters with thumbs up and a positive statement of "I feel good."

The move will force him into isolation, effectively taking him off the campaign trail for several days.

In a gracious gesture, Biden expressed his gratitude to those who offered their well-wishes on X.

He further emphasized his commitment to serving the American people by assuring them he would continue working diligently despite isolating and focusing on his recovery.

Amid a crucial period for Biden's campaign, the President grapples with an infection.

It comes at a time when he is determined to demonstrate his capability, especially following a debate performance against rival Donald Trump that raised doubts about his health and prompted calls from confident Democrats for him to consider stepping aside.

This development comes amidst a series of chaotic events in the ongoing White House race, including an assassination attempt on Trump during a campaign rally.

Due to prior commitments, Biden had to cancel a speech to a union representing Latino workers, a key demographic for his election campaign.

Earlier in the day, he participated in a campaign event and conducted a radio interview.

In a statement, Karine Jean-Pierre, the spokeswoman for President Biden, confirmed that he had received both the Covid-19 vaccine and booster shot.

She also revealed that he is currently taking the medication Paxlovid and assured the public that he is still fulfilling all his responsibilities as President while in isolation.

According to White House doctor Kevin O'Connor, President Biden has reported experiencing a runny nose, a cough, and a general feeling of being unwell. However, it is worth noting that his symptoms are currently mild.

During a recent appearance in Las Vegas, President Biden was spotted disembarking from his limousine and going to his plane without a mask. "I feel good," he responded when asked about his well-being.

During her speech, Janet Murguia, the President of the Unidos union for Latino workers, informed the audience about the diagnosis just moments before the White House made its official announcement.