President Trump, First Lady and Top Aide Hope Hicks Test Positive for COVID-19

WASHINGTON (CBS News) -- President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19, the president tweeted late Thursday.

The positive test comes after it was reported that top aide Hope Hicks tested positive for the virus. Mr. Trump said he and the first lady will begin quarantining immediately.

Mr. Trump is 74 years old and has at least one underlying condition, placing him at a higher risk for complications, according to Centers for Disease Control guidance.

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