Minneapolis Mayor tests negative for COVID-19 after possible exposure

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Update: Mayor Jacob Frey tested negative for COVID-19, his office reported Monday night.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is in quarantine after his office learned a person who attended one of his campaign events recently tested positive for COVID-19, his office reported Monday.

According to Frey's office, someone who attended one of his campaign events last week tested positive for COVID-19.

The mayor's office said that he is fully vaccinated, and while he's not currently experiencing symptoms, "he is committed to following public health guidance."

A spokesperson said Mayor Frey is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test, which could be returned as soon as Monday night.