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Gabbard drops trove of files before leaving office: COVID-19 & Fauci alleged involvement
The National News Desk • • nation
Key Points:
- Outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released files alleging Dr. Anthony Fauci lied to Congress about gain-of-function research, influenced COVID-19 origin assessments, and funded risky research at the Wuhan Institute.
- Gabbard claims Fauci denied to Congress in 2024 any communication with U.S. intelligence agencies regarding viral research, which she says is contradicted by the released files.
- Senator Rand Paul praised Gabbard's efforts and called for legal challenges to Fauci's preemptive pardon by former President Biden, accusing Fauci of destroying records and committing multiple crimes.
- Senator Ron Johnson noted that while the presidential pardon may not cover state charges, investigations into potential fraud and other crimes could still proceed.
- Fauci has not publicly responded to the recent allegations but has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to the pandemic’s origins, congressional testimony, and gain-of-function research funding.
