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Rand Paul Threatens Fauci Contempt Over 100 Fifth Invocations

7/31/2026

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Senator Rand Paul warned Dr. Anthony Fauci could face contempt prosecution after invoking the Fifth Amendment over 100 times.
U.S. intelligence agencies remain split on Covid’s origin, citing spillover and a lab-associated incident, which Senator Rand Paul cited.
The Senate will vote next week on a contempt resolution needing 60 votes.
Senator Rand Paul said President Joe Biden’s pardon covering Dr. Anthony Fauci’s 2014-2025 actions may be tested in court.

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Senator Rand Paul warned Dr. Anthony Fauci could face contempt prosecution after invoking the Fifth Amendment over 100 times.
U.S. intelligence agencies remain split on Covid’s origin, citing spillover and a lab-associated incident, which Senator Rand Paul cited.
The Senate will vote next week on a contempt resolution needing 60 votes.
Senator Rand Paul said President Joe Biden’s pardon covering Dr. Anthony Fauci’s 2014-2025 actions may be tested in court.