Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he will self-quarantine for the next two weeks after learning he had contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19.

The Democrat made the announcement Monday morning and has not left his house since.

“The most important thing Minnesotans can do to stop the spread of COVID-19 is to stay home,” said Walz in a news release. “I’m using this as an opportunity to lead by example. Though I’m feeling healthy and not showing any symptoms, I’m going to work from home and model the protocol we are asking all Minnesotans to follow.”

Walz said a member of his security detail tested positive for Coronavirus Sunday night. The Governor was in close proximity to the person late last week.

His quarantine will end on Monday, April 6.

The Center for Disease Control recommends that individuals who have a known contact with COVID-19 self-quarantine for 14 days as a precautionary measure to avoid accidentally spreading the virus.

The Governor will continue to oversee the State of Minnesota’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I’m grateful for the State of Minnesota’s sophisticated emergency management operation that allows me to govern and respond to crises from the Minnesota Governor's Residence. “We will continue to communicate with Minnesotans about our quick and aggressive work to combat the spread of COVID-19," said Walz.