Fauci Investigation Launched

Florida AG opens inquiry as Fauci faces renewed Republican attacks and pardon scrutiny.

•Leans Right

Florida AG launching investigation into Fauci after Senate hearing

Trump says he ‘respects’ Biden’s pardon of Fauci

New Fauci Investigation Launched - Biden's Pardon Can’t Save Him This Time

Summary

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Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times at a Senate Homeland Security hearing on COVID-19 after former President Joe Biden issued a federal pardon for any U.S. offenses from January 1, 2014, through the pardon date. Republican senators Rand Paul, Rick Scott and Bernie Moreno questioned him on pandemic policy, COVID-19 origins and the pardon’s legal effect. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said July 29 he is opening a state investigation into Fauci. President Trump said he respects the presidential pardon power.

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Coverage Angles

Fauci ReckoningLeans Right

Fauci’s Senate appearance exposed serious problems with his pandemic record. His Fifth Amendment invocations, disputed statements on treatments like ivermectin, and past restrictions show why he deserves confrontation and accountability.

Pardon LimitsLeans Right

Biden’s pardon should not be treated as the last word on Fauci’s liability. Its autopen use can be tested, and in any event it cannot block state-level investigations or charges.