US SENATE COMMITTEE VOTES TO HOLD FAUCI IN CONTEMPT OVER COVID HEARING

The United States Senate Committee on Oversight and Reform voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he refused to answer questions about his handling of the Covid‑19 pandemic during a recent hearing.

According to BBC News, the committee’s resolution will refer Fauci for potential prosecution following his refusal to respond to the panel’s inquiries. The Guardian and NBC News reported that Fauci had invoked the Fifth Amendment during a tense session, a move that prompted the contempt vote.

The action underscores the Senate’s authority to enforce compliance with congressional investigations and highlights the continued scrutiny of Fauci’s role in the federal response to the pandemic.

• Senate committee voted to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions.
• Committee will refer Fauci for potential prosecution.
• Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a tense hearing, as reported by multiple outlets.

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