Jan. 6 committee chair Bennie Thompson tests positive for COVID-19

Washington — Rep. Bennie Thompson, the chairman of the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, tested positive for COVID-19, he announced Tuesday.

Thompson said in a statement he is experiencing mild symptoms and, in accordance with federal health guidelines, will isolate for the "next several days."

"I strongly encourage each person in America to get vaccinated and continue to follow the guidelines to remain safe," the Mississippi Democrat said. "COVID-19 is still present and we must do everything we can to fight this virus."