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Fauci Held in Contempt by Senate Panel | New York City News
The Senate Homeland Security Committee just voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during testimony — a move the committee says is invalid since he’s already been pardoned. With eight Republicans backing the resolution and all Democrats opposing it, Chairman Rand Paul plans to bypass the full Senate and refer the case directly to the Justice Department for possible criminal charges. Fauci’s team insists he had legal grounds to remain silent, fearing answers could incriminate him. Democrats warn this sets a dangerous precedent and undermines…
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