US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of Taiwan visit

Washington [US], April 7 (ANI): US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who was scheduled to visit Taiwan, tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.

ANI Apr 07, 2022 21:15 IST

US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Washington [US], April 7 (ANI): US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who was scheduled to visit Taiwan, tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.
Pelosi, according to media reports, will now not travel.
"After testing negative this week, Speaker Pelosi received a positive test result for COVID-19 and is currently asymptomatic," Pelosi's Spokesperson said in a statement.
"The Speaker is fully vaccinated and boosted and is thankful for the robust protection the vaccine has provided. The Speaker will quarantine consistent with CDC guidance, and encourages everyone to get vaccinated, boosted and test regularly," the statement added.
Pelosi was scheduled to arrive in Taiwan on Sunday, in a show of support for Taipei amid concerns over cross-strait relations following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Focus Taiwan reported citing media reports. (ANI)

Tags:

Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19 COVID-19 cases in US Nancy Pelosi COVID-19 positive

Get the App

Trump describes Michigan synagogue attack as "terrible"

2026-03-12T21:37:48.649703+00:00 IST

Speaking at a Women's History Month event at the White House, the US president said he had been fully briefed on the situation and described the incident as "terrible."

FBI Director Kash Patel on Michigan Synagogue incident

2026-03-12T20:24:41.197193+00:00 IST

"FBI personnel are on the scene with partners in Michigan and responding to the apparent vehicle ramming and active shooter situation out of Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan. @FBIDetroit," Patel posted on X, adding that the bureau's FBI Detroit Field Office was involved in the response.

Asia

"India harnessed digital tools to expand...": MEA Secy (West)

2026-03-12T20:23:17.570180+00:00 IST

George highlighted how digital tools and AI empower 1.4 billion Indians.

"FBI personnel assisting local authorities": Kash Patel

2026-03-12T19:31:36.361566+00:00 IST

In a post on X, Patel said, "FBI personnel are providing assistance and working with local authorities responding to the shooting at Old Dominion University. We will update as able."

Asia

PM Modi speaks to Iranian President Pezeshkian

2026-03-12T18:38:51.548177+00:00 IST

"Had a conversation with Iranian President, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the serious situation in the region. Expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure," PM Modi posted on X.

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of Taiwan visit

Tags:

Get the App

Trump describes Michigan synagogue attack as "terrible"

FBI Director Kash Patel on Michigan Synagogue incident

"India harnessed digital tools to expand...": MEA Secy (West)

"FBI personnel assisting local authorities": Kash Patel

PM Modi speaks to Iranian President Pezeshkian

India consistently supported Maldives in crisis: Mohamed Nasheed

"Bangladeshi workers are in devastating situation in Gulf," WARBE

MoCA closely monitoring air travel situation in West Asia

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh attends Chile President's inauguration

Ending Iran's nuclear ambitions over oil profits: Trump clarifies