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Fauci urges NYC school closures as Trump attacks, arrests follow

7/31/2026

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Dr. Anthony Fauci urged New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio to close schools and told Ann O’Leary that Governor Gavin Newsom would shut schools and bars.
A recording captured U.S. President Donald Trump calling Dr. Anthony Fauci “Tony” and accusing him of losing trillions.
A House hearing reported that threats to Dr. Anthony Fauci’s family led to two arrests and that Senator Rand Paul is seeking a contempt vote.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci urged New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio to close schools and told Ann O’Leary that Governor Gavin Newsom would shut schools and bars.
A recording captured U.S. President Donald Trump calling Dr. Anthony Fauci “Tony” and accusing him of losing trillions.
A House hearing reported that threats to Dr. Anthony Fauci’s family led to two arrests and that Senator Rand Paul is seeking a contempt vote.