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Republican Senators Release Text Messages Alleging Fauci's Inconsistent COVID Vaccine Stance for Pregnant Women

Republican Senators Release Text Messages Alleging Fauci's Inconsistent COVID Vaccine Stance for Pregnant Women

Republican Senators Rand Paul of Kentucky and Ron Johnson of Wisconsin have released pandemic-era text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci, former head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). These texts, exchanged in January 2021 with then-Surgeon General Vivek Murthy and CDC Director Rochelle Walensky, concern the safety of COVID vaccines for pregnant women. In one message, Fauci privately noted that the significant cytokine storm and fever after the second dose could theoretically be associated with miscarriage in the first trimester. Days later, he publicly stated during a discussion with Howard Bauchner, editor-in-chief of The Journal of the American Medical Association, that the CDC found “no red flags” in a COVID vaccine study involving 10,000 pregnant women. This apparent discrepancy between his private concerns and public assurances has drawn criticism, with some suggesting it indicates officials were not fully transparent with the public regarding vaccine uncertainties.
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Former Fauci adviser pleads guilty in US to conspiring to conceal COVID-19 records

Former Fauci adviser pleads guilty in US to conspiring to conceal COVID-19 records

By Nate Raymond Aug 18 (Reuters) - A former adviser to infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci pleaded guilty on Tuesday to conspiring to evade public records laws and conceal government documents related to grant research funding and the COVID-19 pandemic.
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So many lies about Amy Acton and COVID. Whose life did Ramaswamy save? | Letter

So many lies about Amy Acton and COVID. Whose life did Ramaswamy save? | Letter

Letters: Other than money, what did Vivek Ramaswamy save during COVID?
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Fauci's Private Vaccine Concerns Contradict Public Statements, Text Messages Reveal

Fauci's Private Vaccine Concerns Contradict Public Statements, Text Messages Reveal

Republican Senators Rand Paul (R-KY) and Ron Johnson (R-WI) have released text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci, former head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), which reveal private concerns about COVID-19 vaccine safety that appear to contradict his public statements. In January 2021, Fauci exchanged texts with then-Surgeon General Vivek Murthy and CDC Director Rochelle Walensky regarding the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine for pregnant women. Fauci noted that the 'cytokines storm and fever after the 2nd dose' could theoretically be associated with miscarriage in the first trimester. However, in a subsequent public discussion with Howard Bauchner, editor-in-chief of The Journal of the American Medical Association, Fauci stated that the CDC found 'no red flags' in a study involving 10,000 pregnant women. This discrepancy between private hypotheses and public assurances has drawn criticism and raised questions about the transparency of public health officials during the pande...
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Former Fauci Adviser Pleads Guilty to Concealing COVID-19 Records

Former Fauci Adviser Pleads Guilty to Concealing COVID-19 Records

David Morens, a former senior official at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci, has pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge in federal court in Greenbelt, Maryland. Morens admitted to conspiring to evade public records laws and conceal government documents related to COVID-19 research grants and the pandemic. The charges stem from a scheme to thwart public records requests received by the agency starting in April 2020, specifically concerning COVID-19 research grants. Prosecutors stated that Morens' plea is connected to the National Institutes of Health's decision to cancel a research grant related to bat coronavirus, following allegations that COVID-19 originated from the Wuhan lab. The China-based lab had received a sub-award from the company that was granted the research funds. Morens allegedly pledged to assist in restoring the bat coronavirus grant and counter the narrative that COVID-19 leaked from a lab. To avoid Freedom of Information Act ...
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Poll shows Brown ahead in Ohio Senate race; governor's race close

Poll shows Brown ahead in Ohio Senate race; governor's race close

Former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown leads Sen. Jon Husted in a Fox News poll of Ohio voters, while the governor race remains close.
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Kentucky Governor Beshear Addresses VA Hospital Delays, McConnell's Health, and Data Center Mandates

Kentucky Governor Beshear Addresses VA Hospital Delays, McConnell's Health, and Data Center Mandates

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear held a press briefing to discuss several key issues impacting the state. He addressed the recently announced delays for the Louisville VA Medical Center, acknowledging that such adjustments are understandable for a project of this scale, while emphasizing that local infrastructure development around the site is progressing. Beshear also renewed calls for U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell to directly address his constituents regarding his health, criticizing the perceived lack of accountability in the Republican-led Senate. He noted that even close colleagues, such as Senator Rand Paul, have not heard from McConnell for two months. In economic development, Governor Beshear highlighted Kentucky's strong position in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, despite what he described as federal resistance to rapid electrification. He also announced a strict new executive order concerning data center development, imposing stringent requirements on utility protections, tax contributions, and en...
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Congressman Morgan Griffith Advances Legislation on Risky Research and Organ Donation Oversight, Trump Administration Takes Action

Congressman Morgan Griffith Advances Legislation on Risky Research and Organ Donation Oversight, Trump Administration Takes Action

Congressman Morgan Griffith has been actively involved in legislative efforts concerning risky research and organ donation oversight. In the 118th Congress, he served as Chairman of the Oversight & Investigations Subcommittee for the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and was a leading member of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic. His investigative work into the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and public health officials like Dr. Anthony Fauci led him to introduce the Risky Research Review Act, aiming to make American-funded research safer, more transparent, and accountable. This bill was reintroduced in the 119th Congress with Senator Rand Paul. Additionally, Griffith investigated issues within the organ donation and transplant system, highlighting failures of Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) and alarming allegations, including reports of an OPO planning to operate on prospective organ donors showing signs of life. The Trump Administration has responded to these concerns by ...
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Bexley High School ranks 8th in Ohio, per U.S. News & World Report

Bexley High School ranks 8th in Ohio, per U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-27 Best High Schools ranking. Where do central Ohio schools rank?
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Illinois Governor Pritzker Shifts Stance on Data Center Tax Incentives Amid Energy Concerns

Illinois Governor Pritzker Shifts Stance on Data Center Tax Incentives Amid Energy Concerns

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, who initially championed tax incentives for data centers in 2019, has now paused these incentives and is advocating for new regulations. This shift comes as the rapid expansion of data centers, particularly hyperscale facilities driven by artificial intelligence, has raised concerns about their impact on energy and water resources. In his February State of the State address, Governor Pritzker called for a two-year moratorium on new data center tax credits and mandated that new data centers supply their own electricity. This policy change reflects an evolving understanding of the industry's demands, as the technology landscape has changed significantly since the initial incentives were introduced. The governor emphasized the need for 'responsible growth' that protects the state's resources and prevents increased utility rates for residents and businesses. The pause on tax incentives, which had committed an estimated $650 million to 34 data center projects, was implemented afte...
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Former Fauci Adviser Pleads Guilty to Concealing COVID-19 Research Records

Former Fauci Adviser Pleads Guilty to Concealing COVID-19 Research Records

Dr. David Morens, a former senior adviser to infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci, has pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the U.S. government by plotting to conceal federal records related to research on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. Morens entered his plea in Greenbelt, Maryland, and is scheduled for sentencing on November 12 by U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis. The felony charge carries a maximum prison sentence of five years. According to the Justice Department, Morens used his private email account to intentionally circumvent public records laws while employed at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). He is accused of concealing or destroying records of discussions pertinent to COVID-19 research grants, including efforts to revive a controversial coronavirus grant. This indictment follows an investigation by House Republicans into the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, which scrutinized Morens’ email communications and alleged intentional concealment of rec...
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Cleveland's Effort to Close Burke Lakefront Airport Faces Federal and Congressional Opposition

Cleveland's Effort to Close Burke Lakefront Airport Faces Federal and Congressional Opposition

Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb's initiative to close and redevelop Burke Lakefront Airport is encountering significant resistance from federal authorities and Republican lawmakers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has stated its policy is to strengthen, not close, airports, and has not received a formal request from Cleveland to shut down Burke. Republican U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno publicly opposed the closure, calling it 'patently absurd' to overrule the FAA's position. This opposition signals that Cleveland's lobbying efforts in Washington D.C. are currently unsuccessful. The city views the 450-acre lakefront property as an underutilized asset that could be redeveloped for the benefit of Clevelanders. Despite the setbacks, City Hall has not formally abandoned the plan, though its next steps remain unclear. Browns owner Jimmy Haslam had previously assisted Mayor Bibb in navigating discussions with the Trump administration and Ohio’s Republican senators regarding the airport's future.