Sen. Cory Booker Of NJ Says He Has Breakthrough COVID Case

Newark NJ

20 December, 2021

9:12 AM

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NEWARK, NJ — U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey says he has tested positive for a breakthrough case of the coronavirus. Booker said he learned Sunday that he tested positive for COVID-19 after first feeling symptoms on Saturday. "Fortunately, my symptoms are relatively mild," the senator said. "I'm beyond grateful to have received two doses of vaccine and, more recently, a booster -- I'm certain that without them I would be doing much worse. I encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated and boosted." Booker, a Newark resident, is in a relationship with actor Rosario Dawson, who recently moved to live with him in the Brick City. She – like the senator – has been a supporter of the COVID-19 vaccination effort in New Jersey. See related article: Rosario Dawson Gets Vaccine In Newark: 'The Best Weapon We Have'See related article: Essex County Is 'National Model' For COVID Vaccines, Booker Says Send local news tips and correction requests to [email protected] Sign up for Patch email newsletters. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site. Don't forget to visit the Patch Newark Facebook page.