2 of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s children have tested positive for COVID-19

Two of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s children have tested positive for COVID-19, according to officials from the governor’s office. Erin Mellon, spokesperson for the governor’s office, said in a statement that Newsom, the First Partner and their two other children have since tested negative. Mellon said the family is continuing to follow all COVID-19 protocols. “The Newsoms continue to support masking for unvaccinated individuals indoors to stop the spread and advocate for vaccinations as the most effective way to end this pandemic,” the statement continued. No further details were released.