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Katie Miller’s Accusations Against Dr. Anthony Fauci and the Diary Entries That Contradict Them
8/2/2026, 1:16:30 AM
Accusations and Diary Evidence
Katie Miller, the wife of former White House adviser Stephen Miller, has publicly asserted that Dr. Anthony Fauci “weaponized” her pregnancy and should be imprisoned. She further claimed she cultivated a relationship with Fauci to ensure he would not leak information about her or her husband. In contrast, Dr. Fauci’s own pandemic-era diary, released to the public, records that on May 9, 2020 he called Katie Miller frequently to check on her anxiety about COVID-19 while she was ten weeks pregnant and that he “calmed her over the phone.” The diary also describes her as “tough, smart, but great” and notes his view of her as an important ally on the White House Coronavirus Task Force.
Background of Diary Release
Senator Rand Paul made public a 1,141-page tranche of Dr. Fauci’s contemporaneous diary entries from the COVID-19 pandemic. The documents were presented as unedited observations written by Fauci during the crisis, intended to provide insight into his personal reflections and interactions with officials and the public. The release of these pages has become the primary source for evaluating the contrasting narratives presented by Miller and Fauci.
Official Positions
Dr. Fauci’s diary entries present him as offering personal reassurance to a pregnant woman experiencing severe anxiety, without indicating any intent to exploit her situation. Miller’s statements, however, portray Fauci as an adversary whose actions required legal accountability, aligning with broader political criticism of Fauci from Trump-aligned figures. No formal legal or disciplinary action has been initiated against Fauci based on Miller’s claims.
Potential Political Implications
The dispute highlights ongoing partisan battles over the public health response to COVID-19. Miller’s accusations echo former President Donald Trump’s criticism of Fauci, while the diary excerpts aim to counter that narrative by documenting Fauci’s supportive interactions. The contrasting portrayals may influence public perception of both the Millers and Fauci, especially as the diary material continues to be cited in political commentary.
