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One day before his positive Corona test in October, Federal Health Minister Jens Spahn (CDU) took part in a dinner with around a dozen entrepreneurs in Leipzig, according to a media report.
The meeting took place in a private apartment of a friend von Spahn, reported the "Spiegel" on Friday.
According to one participant, several guests are said to have donated to the CDU during dinner.
Everyone kept their distance and wore masks until they sat in their seats.
Spahn's parliamentary office confirmed the date to the news magazine.
It was a "private, not public dinner".
The then valid rules for corona protection were "adhered to after confirmation from the host".
The guests of the evening were informed about Spahn's infection after the positive test.
Spahn's office did not comment on any donations to the “Spiegel”.
The health minister tested positive for the corona virus on October 21.
At this point in time, the number of cases in Germany increased significantly.
Spahn warned people to be careful: “Above all, we know where the main points of infection are.
Namely when celebrating, while socializing, at home privately or at the event, at the party in the club, ”he said after“ Spiegel ”information on the morning of the meal on ZDF.
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