A Wisconsin state senator who opposed mask mandates has been positioned on a ventilator as he fights COVID-19, staffers stated.
State Sen. André Jacque, a Republican from De Pere, examined optimistic for the bug round Aug. 13, telling the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that he was largely asymptomatic however was feeling fatigued.
But Jacque, 40, who has been hospitalized for at the least every week, was put on a ventilator late Monday, a spokesman for the lawmaker instructed the newspaper.
He was listed in secure situation as of Wednesday.
Jacque, who was elected as a state senator in 2018, has been certainly one of Wisconsin’s most vocal opponents towards COVID-19 vaccines and mask mandates — together with a statewide mask order applied by Gov. Tony Evers, in line with the Journal Sentinel.
It’s unclear whether or not Jacque had been vaccinated. The father of six was seen on the state Capitol as not too long ago as Aug. 11 whereas testifying with out carrying a mask, WISN reported.
Two of Jacque’s colleagues have requested the general public for prayers after he was hospitalized with coronavirus-induced pneumonia, the Journal Sentinel reported.
André Jacque (left) has been hospitalized for at the least every week.Facebook
One of the state lawmakers, Republican Rep. Shae Sortwell, referred to as on his 10,000-plus followers on Facebook to wish for the ailing Jacque, prompting a heated response from Jacque’s brother.
Pierre Jacque stated his household wasn’t giving him a lot details about his brother’s situation, claiming they’re “afraid I’ll spill the beans” and disclose the reality.
“They’re brainwashed by ‘alternate facts’ now, so I don’t speak for them,” Pierre’s Saturday put up learn.
“Go get the vaccine. Or at least be honest and let your flock know that the ‘choice’ they are making is between effective scientifically-backed preventative medicine, or choking on a vent while their friends and colleagues hide their condition,” he continued.
Pierre Jacque, brother of Andre Jacque, has referred to as the remainder of his household “brainwashed.”Facebook
Jacque’s communications director, Matt Tompach, didn’t reply to an inquiry by The Post on whether or not the lawmaker had been vaccinated.
“While his condition is currently stable, the days and weeks ahead will continue to be an incredibly stressful and difficult time for Sen. Jacque’s family, as you can imagine,” Tompach stated in a press release. “Please respect their privacy during what will likely be an extended process. His office will provide updates as warranted.”
