Trump claimed he “beat” the virus, which has left over 215,000 Americans dead.
President Donald Trump on Sunday said he may have the “protective glow” of immunity from Covid-19, though many details of his recovery— including the date of his last negative coronavirus test— remain unknown.
In an extensive interview with Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo, Trump claimed he “beat” the novel coronavirus, passing the “highest standards” for proving so. Trump said he is also no longer taking any medications to combat the virus after being placed on a heavy steroid typically given to individuals with more severe cases.
“It looks like I’m immune for, I don’t know, maybe a long time, maybe a short time,” he said. “It could be a lifetime. Nobody really knows, but I’m immune. So the president is in very good shape to fight the battles.”
In two virtual rallies with supporters in the afternoon, Trump said he “tested totally negative” and claimed he has “fully recovered” from the virus.
As the Associated Press reported, Covid-19 reinfection is unlikely for at least three months after acquiring the virus, but few diseases come with lifetime immunity. Researchers said in August that a Hong Kong man had been infected with the virus for a second time, suggesting that immunity may be short-lasting for at least some patients.
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