Trump Back In Oval Office As Doctor Says His Vitals Remain Stable

A U.S. Marine stands watch outside the doors of the White House West Wing October 7, 2020, in Washington, D.C.

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President Trump returned to the Oval Office on Wednesday for the first time since he was hospitalized last week, the White House confirmed.

It is unclear exactly what preventive measures are being taken to prevent further spread of the virus in the White House complex. Already more than a dozen close aides and associates of the president have tested positive for the coronavirus.

White House official Ben Williamson said on Twitter that the administration was taking steps to ensure it was safe for Trump to work out of the Oval Office instead of the residence.