Trump has coronavirus: What's next?

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VIEW IN BROWSER | SUBSCRIBE FRI, OCT 02, 2020 CNBC POLITICS EDITOR'S NOTE Hello,   President Trump's positive coronavirus test result has unsettled just about everything in government and markets. It threw an already-uncertain campaign into further chaos, with early voting already under way just over a month to go until Election Day.   It's not clear yet whether Trump is going to face a mild case of the potentially fatal and debilitating disease or something worse. At his age, 74, he is considered high risk for adverse effects. However, he will receive top-notch, round-the-clock medical care. As of now, Trump and first lady Melania Trump are doing fine, according to the White House physician.   Still, we have entered a fraught period of time when everyone will be anxious to hear about any changes in the president's health. His inner circle, including several top-ranking government officials, could be at risk as well, which only heightens concerns about how the government will run over the next few weeks and beyond.   Stay with CNBC.com as we continue to cover the biggest developments in this stunning, potentially historic story – and how it affects you, the markets, the election and the nation.   Thoughts? Email Mike Calia at CNBCPolitics@nbcuni.com.   Have friends or colleagues who might like this newsletter? They can sign up here.    Subscribe to CNBC's daily new podcast The News with Shepard Smith, which provides deep, non-partisan coverage and perspective on the day's most important stories. Mike Calia @Michael_Calia KEY STORIES  President Trump, first lady Melania test positive for coronavirus President Trump tested positive for Covid-19 a month before the election. Melania Trump and top campaign advisor Hope Hicks also are infected. Trump has the coronavirus — here's what happens next President Donald Trump's positive Covid-19 test has prompted many to seek clarity on the procedures in place to deal with a variety of scenarios. Vice President Mike Pence and second lady test negative for coronavirus following Trump's positive diagnosis The results came hours after President Donald Trump announced he and the first lady tested positive. Which party is really better for the stock market? It depends Evaluating which party plays more into the hands of investors requires some nuance and a clear analysis of what the secret sauce is that makes Wall Street's motor run. The $10.8 billion election: 2020 campaign spending is smashing records Spending in the 2020 election is expected to reach $10.8 billion, a record-shattering amount, according to an independent group that tracks money in politics. What Trump's coronavirus diagnosis could mean for markets U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed early Friday that he had tested positive for coronavirus, in an announcement that looks likely to spark volatility across global markets. World leaders react as President Trump tests positive for coronavirus Leaders around the world have sent their best wishes to President Trump and first lady Melania Trump after the couple tested positive for the coronavirus. Read the full letter from the White House physician on President Trump's diagnosis Read the letter from White House physician Dr. Sean Conley about President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump testing positive for the coronavirus.     Unsubscribe Manage Newsletters Terms of Service Join the CNBC Panel Digital Products Feedback Privacy Policy   © 2020 CNBC LLC. All rights reserved. A property of NBCUniversal. 900 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes and Market Data and Analysis. Data also provided by THOMSON REUTERS