COVID-19 pandemic
Coverage of COVID-19 pandemic in the Nexus archive.
- Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote
Dr. Anthony Fauci declined a request to appear before a second Senate panel after majority Republicans voted in contempt of him. His lawyer stated that compelling his appearance would constitute harassment for political purposes following a contentious July hearing where Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment. This initial vote led to a referral to the Justice Department regarding whether he properly exercised his constitutional rights.
- Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote
Dr. Anthony Fauci declined a request to appear voluntarily before a second Senate panel following a partisan contempt vote by majority Republicans on the Homeland Security Committee. His lawyer argued that any effort to compel his appearance would be for political purposes and constitute harassment. The controversy stems from a July hearing where Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment 100 times, setting up an investigation into his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Last call: CA Liquor Delivery Law Ending After Lobbying Blitz
An extensive lobbying effort failed to keep shipping products allowed in California for craft liquor distillers, meaning the delivery of small-batch whiskey and gin to customers' homes is ending. This issue underscores how wealthy and powerful interests influence policy among lawmakers. Previously, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order allowing this shipping during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Dr Fauci made mistakes. But his persecution is a travesty | Margaret Sullivan
Anthony Fauci served as the country’s top infectious-disease specialist during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, providing influential guidance that admittedly included mistakes. The article notes that a significant amount about the deadly disease—including how it spread or where it came from—was unknown or being learned midstream during a crisis. It asserts that this difficulty does not justify the politicized response from Republicans.
- Senate panel to vote on holding Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions
A Senate committee is scheduled to vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress for refusing to answer questions regarding COVID-19. The panel, led by Sen. Rand Paul, may refer him to the Justice Department and U.S. Attorney’s Office for potential prosecution. This situation highlights complicated legal questions concerning lawmakers' ability to compel testimony from previously pardoned witnesses.
- The Latest: Senate panel will vote on holding Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions
A Senate committee is set to vote on holding Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions regarding COVID-19 handling. Separately, Iran announced that an agreement with Oman concerning the Strait of Hormuz is in the “final stage” of drafting, reportedly contingent on the U.S. lifting its blockade on Iranian ports.
- Senate panel to vote on holding Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions
A Senate committee is preparing to vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress due to his refusal to answer questions during a recent hearing. If found in contempt, he could be referred to the Justice Department for potential prosecution regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Senate panel to vote on holding Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions
A Senate committee is scheduled to vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department over his refusal to answer questions about the COVID-19 pandemic. The potential action follows that Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination during a hearing before the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. This episode raises complicated questions about lawmakers' ability to compel testimony from previously pardoned witnesses.
- Senate panel to vote on holding Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions
A Senate committee will vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department regarding his refusal to answer questions about COVID-19. During a hearing, Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination more than 100 times before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The panel is considering a recommendation to the U.S. Attorney's Office, raising questions about compelling testimony from previously pardoned witnesses.
- Rand Paul’s ‘Vendetta’: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 3, 2026
New York Post readers discuss Sen. Rand Paul's attempt to prosecute Dr. Anthony Fauci for invoking the Fifth Amendment during a congressional hearing about the US response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Takeaways From Anthony Fauci's COVID-Era Diaries
Anthony Fauci's diaries from the COVID-19 pandemic were referenced during a Senate hearing led by Rand Paul. The hearing highlighted Fauci's role as a key voice in the U.S. pandemic response.
- Running the MTA is a tough job. Janno Lieber is just the 4th person to last 5 years.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber has managed the nation's largest transit system for five years, navigating the system out of the COVID-19 pandemic and implementing congestion pricing despite challenges.
- MIKE DAVIS: Accountability must come for Fauci and his co-conspirators
The article calls for legal accountability for Anthony Fauci over his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, citing his Fifth Amendment assertion during congressional testimony, promotion of scientifically contested measures like mask mandates, and alleged concealment of a 2021 health issue. It criticizes his role in lockdowns, forced vaccinations, and research funding decisions.
- Florida AG launching investigation into Fauci after Senate hearing
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is launching an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci following his invocation of the Fifth Amendment over 100 times during a Senate hearing about the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Dr. Murphy talks Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment
Dr. Robert Murphy discusses Dr. Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment during a committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing was led by a Republican committee, and Fauci declined to answer multiple questions.
- John Fetterman ditches hoodie and shorts for suit at Fauci hearing
Sen. John Fetterman wore a suit instead of his usual shorts during a hearing featuring Dr. Anthony Fauci. Fetterman discussed the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, expressing sorrow for lives and businesses lost while addressing the challenge of balancing public health and economic concerns.
- Can the West really decouple from China?
Washington, Brussels, and London have aimed to reduce economic reliance on China over the past decade by focusing on supply-chain resilience, industrial sovereignty, technological leadership, and national security. The Covid-19 pandemic exposed weaknesses in global supply networks, while increasing geopolitical tensions, export restrictions, and technological rivalry have driven support for reshoring and 'friendshoring' manufacturing.
- Acting CDC director says Fauci "abused the place of power" during pandemic
The acting director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of abusing his power during the COVID-19 pandemic. This accusation was made in a public statement.
- Legal analysis on whether Dr. Anthony Fauci can be punished for invoking Fifth Amendment
CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzes the legal implications of Dr. Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic. The analysis focuses on whether Fauci can face punishment for exercising his constitutional right.
- Fauci faces angry senators over diary, COVID response
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing where Republicans confronted him about diary entries and the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Paul plans contempt vote after Fauci invokes 5th amendment 107 times during COVID hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions about the origin and containment of the COVID-19 pandemic during a hearing, invoking the 5th amendment. Senator Rand Paul plans to schedule a contempt vote against Fauci next week.
- Trump says he ‘respects’ Biden’s pardon of Fauci
President Trump said he respects former President Biden’s pardon of Dr. Anthony Fauci, who invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times during a Senate hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Sen. Rand Paul says there's a "very real chance" Fauci could be prosecuted after contentious hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic, angering Republican lawmakers. GOP Sen. Rand Paul, who led the hearing, stated there is a 'very real chance' Fauci could be prosecuted.
- Fauci repeatedly invokes the Fifth Amendment in a contentious Senate committee hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate committee hearing regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting a planned contempt of Congress vote. The hearing was described as contentious, with Fauci declining to answer multiple questions.
- Fauci repeatedly invokes the Fifth Amendment in a contentious Senate committee hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate committee hearing led by Republican Sen. Rand Paul, declining to answer questions about his role in the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing, described as contentious, involved accusations from Republicans of dishonesty and a Democratic response defending Fauci's actions.
- Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment and declines to testify in Republican-led COVID-19 Senate hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Republican-led Senate hearing on the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, declining to answer questions under subpoena by Sen. Rand Paul. Fauci stated he followed legal advice to avoid potential perjury charges, while Paul accused him of concealing complicity in the pandemic's origins through released diary entries.
- Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in declining to answer questions before Senate panel
Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right to avoid answering questions about the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing. He was subpoenaed by the committee, led by Sen. Rand Paul, who has accused Fauci of concealing the virus's origin and lying to Congress.
- Fauci set for contentious Senate hearing on COVID-19 pandemic origins
Dr. Anthony Fauci is set to testify before a Senate committee investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing, led by Sen. Rand Paul, includes documents released by Paul suggesting Fauci knew of a possible lab origin in Wuhan, China, though Fauci has stated a lab leak is unlikely. The World Health Organization's 2025 report lists a lab leak as a possible scenario but cites zoonotic transmission as more likely.
- U.S. and Iran resume attacks. And, Fauci to face Senate questions on COVID pandemic
The U.S. and Iran have resumed fighting after Iran attacked U.S. forces in the Middle East. A Senate committee will question Anthony Fauci about the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Fauci set for high-profile hearing after Paul released diaries
Anthony Fauci is set to face a Senate hearing following the release of over 1,000 pages of his diary entries from the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing comes after Sen. Rand Paul released the diaries, which are expected to influence the scrutiny during the session.
- Dr. Anthony Fauci and Rand Paul’s long-running battle returns to the Hill
Dr. Anthony Fauci is set to testify before the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee in a contentious hearing led by Sen. Rand Paul, who has long criticized Fauci for pandemic response issues. The hearing follows Paul's subpoena of Fauci and the release of over 1,100 pages of Fauci's personal diary, which document his concerns about Covid-19 and interactions with government officials.
- Six key issues we’re watching at Fauci’s hearing
Senate Republicans, including Rand Paul, are critical of the government's actions during the pandemic's onset and seek to assign blame for the virus's outbreak and its origins. Anthony Fauci will testify before the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee following a subpoena from Paul.
- Fauci, in Private Diary, Reflected on Covid’s Origins and His Own Fame
Dr. Anthony Fauci's private diary revealed his reflections on the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic and his personal fame. The article also mentions his testimony before the Senate in July 2021.
- How early screening saved Hong Kong woman from her family’s liver cancer fate
A Hong Kong woman with a family history of liver cancer, who carries the hepatitis B virus, underwent regular health check-ups to monitor her condition. Despite disruptions during the Covid-19 pandemic, she resumed screenings and is managing her risk.
- Rand Paul releases Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary notes. Here's what they tell us
Sen. Rand Paul has released a set of Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries from the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci is scheduled to appear before a Senate committee on the origins of the coronavirus.
- Rand Paul releases Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary notes. Here's what they tell us
Senator Rand Paul released a set of Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries from the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci is scheduled to testify before a Senate committee regarding the origins of the coronavirus.
- Fauci's newly released COVID diaries reveal bizarre fixation on fame as pandemic deaths mounted
Newly released diary entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, as the pandemic progressed, highlight his growing awareness of his public fame during intense pandemic periods. The diaries, released by Senate Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul, document Fauci's interactions with President Donald Trump, world leaders, and media, alongside his personal observations. Fauci noted his rising national and international prominence, including media invitations and interactions with the Trump administration.
- Fauci's newly released COVID diaries reveal bizarre fixation on fame as pandemic deaths mounted
Diary entries released by Senate Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul show Dr. Anthony Fauci documenting his growing public profile during the pandemic as global and U.S. deaths rose. The diaries, part of an oversight investigation, include Fauci's reflections on media attention, interactions with President Donald Trump, and invitations to non-health-related events like 'Dancing with the Stars'.
- The Cost of Growing Old in America
More than 80% of Americans over 65 needing care rely on family and friends. Lucy Schiller's book 'Aging Out' explores the financial challenges of eldercare through her pandemic-era experience caring for her grandmother.
- Biden announces memoir will be released on Nov. 17
Joe Biden announced his memoir, 'Promise Me, America,' will be released on Nov. 17, covering his presidential decisions on the pandemic, economy, military actions, and the Jan. 6 incident. The book will address his choice to run for reelection and step aside, and Biden mentioned undergoing treatment for prostate cancer diagnosed in May 2025.