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Anthony Fauci ‘took the Fifth’ during questioning by Congress: What does that mean?
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a congressional hearing, declining to answer questions about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a congressional hearing, declining to answer questions about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing was led by a Republican-led committee, chaired by Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky.
Fauci, 85, remained calm under intense questioning from senators. Some senators posed provocative questions, including queries about the day of the week and Fauci's attire. Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri made a comment about Fauci's decision to take the Fifth.
Another senator, Bernie Moreno, asked a pointed question that included an expletive. Further details about the hearing are available from WSB-TV, including more information about the questioning and Fauci's responses.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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