A US congressional committee, led by Republicans, has concluded that COVID-19 likely originated from a lab-related accident, specifically pointing to research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. The report criticizes the US National Institutes of Health for funding gain-of-function research in China and questions the effectiveness of lockdowns and mask mandates. The committee's findings contrast with other scientific assessments suggesting a zoonotic origin for the virus. The report also praises Operation Warp Speed for its role in vaccine development but highlights the negative impact of school closures.
Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator, admitted there was an effort to suppress the COVID-19 lab leak theory, which was initially suggested by former CDC Director Bob Redfield. Dr. Anthony Fauci denied suppressing the theory during a recent hearing, emphasizing the importance of vaccine mandates and the need for global regulations to prevent lab leaks.
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci criticized the "levels of vitriol" in Congress, particularly an incident with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, during his testimony before the House Oversight and Accountability Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic. Fauci emphasized the need for constructive hearings to improve future pandemic responses and revealed that he and his family still receive death threats, partly fueled by such confrontations.
Dr. Anthony Fauci accused Marjorie Taylor Greene of inciting death threats against him through her "unusual" antics during a House Oversight Committee hearing. Greene's heated questioning included accusations of Fauci committing "crimes against humanity" and experimenting on beagles. Fauci criticized the vitriol in the hearing, noting it hampers constructive dialogue on pandemic preparedness. Democrats condemned Greene's behavior and apologized to Fauci, who has faced numerous death threats.
Dr. Anthony Fauci has reported an increase in death threats following Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's harsh criticisms during a congressional hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic. Greene's remarks, which included calling for Fauci's prosecution and imprisonment, have led to heightened threats against Fauci and his family, necessitating continuous protective services.
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced intense questioning from a House subcommittee regarding his role in the COVID-19 pandemic response, addressing accusations about influencing research on the virus's origins and funding risky research. Fauci denied the allegations, defended his actions, and expressed concern over threats to his family.
During a congressional hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci faced scrutiny for contradicting several of his past statements on COVID-19 measures, including social distancing, masking, vaccine efficacy, and the lab leak theory. Republican members of the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic questioned Fauci on his changing positions, highlighting inconsistencies in his public health guidance throughout the pandemic.
In a heated House subcommittee hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci defended himself against Republican accusations regarding the origins of COVID-19 and funding for virology research in China. Fauci denied concealing information or influencing scientists with grant money, while Republicans focused on the possibility of a lab leak and criticized his pandemic leadership. Democrats defended Fauci, condemning the attacks as baseless and extreme.
Dr. Anthony Fauci testified at a House subcommittee hearing on the US response to the Covid-19 pandemic, addressing issues such as communication gaps, email use by public health officials, and the origins of the virus. Fauci emphasized the need for better coordination between federal and local health agencies and clarified that he did not use personal email for official business. He also discussed the threats he and his family received and clarified that the 6-foot social distancing guideline came from the CDC, not him. The origins of the virus remain unclear, with most scientists believing it spread from animals to humans, though the lab leak theory has not been entirely ruled out.
Dr. Anthony Fauci testified before a Republican-led House panel investigating the origins of COVID-19 and the government's pandemic response. The hearing, marked by intense partisan debate, saw Republicans grilling Fauci on various issues, including the lab leak theory and pandemic policies, while Democrats defended him. Fauci denied allegations of misconduct and reiterated his stance on the virus's origins and NIH funding. The testimony and a prior closed-door interview will contribute to the subcommittee's final report expected later this year.
Anthony Fauci defended himself against allegations of orchestrating a coverup of the coronavirus pandemic's origins, calling the claims "preposterous." Testifying before a GOP-led House panel, Fauci denied pressuring colleagues about the virus's origins and distanced himself from a former deputy accused of violating federal records law. The hearing highlighted partisan divides, with Republicans questioning Fauci's actions and Democrats defending his public health contributions. No evidence was found that Fauci led a coverup, and most intelligence entities believe the virus emerged naturally.
Dr. Anthony Fauci testified before a GOP-led House subcommittee on the origins of COVID-19 and the U.S. pandemic response, facing intense questioning about NIH-funded research in China and the credibility of his former agency. Fauci reiterated his openness to both natural and lab-leak theories of the virus's origin and denied any wrongdoing or attempts to evade public records laws. The hearing also addressed controversial pandemic advice and NIH's funding practices.
Anthony Fauci defended the federal response to COVID-19 and denied influencing research on the virus's origins during a congressional hearing, while also addressing personal threats he faced. The House Oversight Committee has struggled to uncover the virus's origins but has found embarrassing details about Fauci's colleagues.
NIH senior adviser Dr. David Morens is under scrutiny for allegedly deleting critical COVID-19 records and using private emails to evade transparency, potentially implicating Dr. Anthony Fauci in a conspiracy to hide information about the origins of COVID-19. Morens' actions, including improper conduct and making light of serious issues, have drawn bipartisan condemnation and could lead to criminal prosecution.
Sen. Rand Paul has called on the Justice Department to investigate Dr. David Morens, a top adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci, for allegedly concealing and destroying documents related to the origins of COVID-19. Emails obtained by the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic suggest Morens may have violated federal law to avoid leaks through FOIA requests. The investigation request follows revelations that Morens used personal email to evade FOIA and deleted emails to obstruct the House's investigation.
