Senator Bernie Moreno, a Republican from Ohio, criticized Dr. Anthony Fauci during a congressional hearing on July 29, 2026. Fauci, who served as President Joe Biden's chief medical advisor, was subpoenaed by Senator Rand Paul as part of an investigation into the origins of COVID-19 and the government's response to the pandemic. Moreno expressed his disapproval of Fauci's guidance during the pandemic, stating that it resulted in negative consequences for Americans, including arrests related to mask mandates. Moreno asked Fauci if he would apologize to the American people, to which Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times during the hearing. Moreno's comments received support from some conservative commentators and political figures on social media. Fauci's attorney responded, stating that Moreno was "completely wrong" in his assertions.
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Senator Bernie Moreno Questions Dr. Anthony Fauci During Congressional Hearing
Senator Bernie Moreno criticized Dr. Anthony Fauci during a congressional hearing regarding the COVID-19 pandemic on July 29, 2026. Moreno questioned Fauci's guidance and its impact on the public, while Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment multiple times throughout the session. Moreno's remarks drew support from conservative commentators.
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Senator Bernie Moreno Questions Dr. Anthony Fauci During Congressional Hearing