U.S. Congresswoman Velazquez isolates self with presumed coronavirus infection

U.S. Representative Nydia Velazquez said on Monday that she has isolated herself with coronavirus symptoms but has not been tested for it.

In a statement, the New York Democrat said that she began to feel unwell early on Sunday morning.

"My symptoms are mild at the present time," she said in the statement. "I am carefully monitoring my symptoms, working remotely and in constant contact with my staff."