After a busy first week in her new role as U.S. senator, meeting with labor leaders and connecting with high-profile political donors across California, Laphonza Butler said Sunday that she

tested positive for

COVID-19.

The newly appointed senator, who was appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom tapped in early October to fill the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s seat and said Sunday she would work remotely during her recovery.

In a whirlwind first week, newly appointed Senator Laphonza Butler is acting like a candidate

“After a busy first week at work, I have tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing mild symptoms,” Butler tweeted. “Per CDC guidelines, I will isolate while the Senate is in session and work remotely.”

Butler’s first official week in the Senate coincided with a recess. She spent time traveling around California supporting various unions, including her former workplace, the Service Employees International Union, and meeting with political leaders, including the San Francisco County Board of Supervisors.