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US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing

BBC News·August 6, 2026
US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing

The US Senate committee has voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. The committee's decision will now refer him for possible prosecution. Fauci's refusal to provide information during a hearing led to the contempt vote, which is a significant step towards potential legal action. The move marks a escalation in the committee's efforts to investigate Fauci's role in managing the pandemic.

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