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Dr. Anthony Fauci delivering an AIDS-related talk in 1985. Credit: NIAID

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Senator Rand Paul Introduces Resolution to Hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in Contempt of Congress

Following Dr. Fauci's repeated invocation of the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing, Senator Rand Paul has called for a contempt vote.

Aug 5, 2026, 12:45 AM Daily Caller

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I am so thankful for our men and women in uniform, and the many selfless sacrifices they make in service to our nation. I was honored to travel with my Veterans’ Affairs Committee colleagues to spend Thanksgiving with service-members currently overseas.

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Senate Panel to Vote on Holding Dr. Anthony Fauci in Contempt of Congress

Sen. Rand Paul plans to push for a contempt vote after Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill.

The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 5:23 PM

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion, when viewed electron microscopically. A novel coronavirus, named Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China in 2019. The illness caused by this virus has been named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

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Calls for Accountability Intensify as Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment Despite Biden Pardon

Congressional Republicans demand answers over Anthony Fauci's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic amid calls for contempt charges and federal prosecution.

Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 12:45 PM

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Philadelphia Eagles Coach Vic Fangio Mocks Anthony Fauci’s Use of Fifth Amendment

Vic Fangio humorously referenced Dr. Anthony Fauci’s repeated invocation of the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing while answering reporters’ questions about the Eagles’ lineup.

The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 1:10 AM

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment Over 100 Times at Contentious Senate Hearing

During a heated hearing on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly declined to answer questions about his COVID-19 pandemic response, citing the Fifth Amendment.

NBC Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 3:29 PM

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Origins

Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions during a Senate hearing on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, citing his Fifth Amendment rights amid accusations from Senator Rand Paul.

CBS Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 6:11 AM

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., was appointed Director of NIAID in 1984. He oversees an extensive research portfolio of basic and applied research to prevent, diagnose, and treat established infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, respiratory infections, diarrheal diseases, tuberculosis and malaria as well as emerging diseases such as Ebola and Zika. Credit: NIAID

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Ted Cruz Calls for Jail Time for Anthony Fauci Following Senate Hearing

Senator Ted Cruz demands contempt charges and perjury prosecution against Anthony Fauci after the former COVID-19 adviser invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times during a Senate hearing.

Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 12:49 AM

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Florida Attorney General Launches Investigation into Anthony Fauci Following Senate Hearing

James Uthmeier announces probe after Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment over 100 times during Senate testimony on COVID-19 response.

Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 12:45 AM

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment at US Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Origins

At a contentious Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions about COVID-19 origins, highlighting ongoing political divisions over the pandemic response.

CBS Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 4:40 PM

Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that have a halo, or crown-like (corona) appearance when viewed under an electron microscope. The coronavirus is now recognized as the etiologic agent of the 2003 SARS outbreak. Additional specimens are being tested to learn more about this coronavirus, and its etiologic link with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. It was previously stated on the CDC website for a coloured version of the image that this depicts the (Avian) Infectious bronchitis virus (IBV), but now states that it depicts Human coronavirus 229E.

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Legal Experts Debate Implications of Anthony Fauci Pleading the Fifth at Senate Hearing

Following Anthony Fauci's invocation of the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing, legal analysts discuss whether he is protected from prosecution or could face future sanctions.

Daily Caller | Jul 30, 2026, 1:57 PM

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment 111 Times During Senate Hearing Led by Rand Paul

During a Senate hearing on July 29, 2026, Anthony Fauci repeatedly declined to answer questions about gain-of-function research, prompting calls for contempt charges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 7:33 PM

Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment, Declines to Testify in Senate Covid Hearing

Former NIAID director Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions on Covid-19 origins during a contentious Senate hearing, citing constitutional rights amid accusations from Republican Senator Rand Paul.

Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 3:53 PM

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