Senate Homeland Security Committee to Vote on Holding Fauci in Contempt of Congress

On Thursday, August 6, 2026, Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security Committee announced plans to vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. This action follows Fauci's refusal to answer their inquiries about the federal government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The move reflects ongoing tensions between committee Republicans and Fauci concerning transparency and accountability over the pandemic response. The vote will determine if formal contempt charges will be pursued against Fauci for his noncompliance.

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• NPR News: Senate committee set to vote on whether to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress by Eric McDaniel