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Sen. Paul holds contempt vote after Fauci invokes 5th
Filed: Aug 06, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
Summary: Sen. Paul’s contempt vote follows Dr. Anthony Fauci’s refusal to answer lawmakers’ questions at a committee hearing.
WHO: Sen. Rand Paul
WHAT: Holds a contempt vote after Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the 5th Amendment and refused to answer questions
WHEN: Aug 05, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Fauci refused to answer dozens of questions by invoking the 5th Amendment during a committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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