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Dr. Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment During Senate Hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing on July 29, 2026, where he faced questioning about his COVID-19 pandemic response. The hearing, led by Senator Rand Paul, has been criticized by Democrats as politically motivated. Fauci's attorney was removed from the hearing amid tensions, and the discussion included allegations regarding Fauci's role in pandemic-related research funding.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing on July 29, 2026, where he faced questioning about his COVID-19 pandemic response. The hearing, led by Senator Rand Paul, has been criticized by Democrats as politically motivated. Fauci's attorney was removed from the hearing amid tensions, and the discussion included allegations regarding Fauci's role in pandemic-related research funding.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment During Senate Hearing