Dr. Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment at Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Handling
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former medical adviser to President Trump, invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing led by Republican Sen. Rand Paul. The hearing focused on Fauci's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, with accusations from Paul that Fauci lied about the origins of the virus. Fauci, who has appeared before Congress multiple times, stated that he was acting on legal advice and criticized Paul's persistent calls for his prosecution. The hearing highlighted ongoing tensions between Fauci and Republican lawmakers, with Fauci defending his actions and denying any wrongdoing.