Dr. Fauci Faces Contempt Vote After Invoking Fifth Amendment in Senate Hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing led by Republican Senator Rand Paul, focusing on Fauci's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing, held on July 29, 2026, saw Fauci decline to answer questions, citing his constitutional right against self-incrimination. This move has led to a planned contempt vote by the committee, which could result in a referral to the Justice Department. The controversy centers on whether Fauci's presidential pardon from President Joe Biden negates his Fifth Amendment protections, a point contested by legal experts who argue that potential state prosecutions justify his invocation of the Fifth. 
