# Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment | Jersey News

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Published: 2026-07-29T18:00:34+00:00
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Dr. Fauci stunned the nation by invoking his Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing, claiming he feared self-incrimination under pressure from committee chairman Rand Paul, who called it an “unhinged obsession.” This marks the first time Fauci has refused to testify under oath — a move that triggered a contempt vote threat and even saw his lawyer escorted out. While the hearing reignited debates over COVID-19 origins and lab leak theories, Democratic members urged the focus shift to fixing America’s crumbling public health infrastructure. With Fauci’s silence and the committee’s next steps looming, the nation braces for a deeper reckoning on pandemic accountability and preparedness. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b7e0fc0566f6bdf8

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