Biden tests positive for COVID, taking him off campaign trail

President Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, delivering another setback to his candidacy as pressure mounts on him to drop his presidential bid.
Janet Murguía, the CEO of UnidosUS, broke the news to the annual gathering of her Latino advocacy organization, sparking disappointed cries of “ahh” around the conference hall.

“I was just on the phone with President Biden and he shared his deep disappointment at not being able to join us this afternoon,” she said. “He just tested positive for COVID.”

“Of course, we understand that he needs to take the precautions that have been recommended,” she said.
The White House said Mr. Biden started feeling lousy during his day in Las Vegas, where he traveled for a ser …