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The Latest: Senate plans vote to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID-19 questions
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· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway He previously played a key role in the country's pandemic response efforts.
A Senate committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday. Dr. Anthony Fauci is expected to attend.
He previously played a key role in the country's pandemic response efforts. Senator Rand Paul from Kentucky is involved in this matter. He has been examining the origins of the coronavirus for some time.
Further details about the meeting and Paul's intentions are available from the source. The meeting is a result of Paul's ongoing inquiry into the coronavirus origins. Fauci's appearance is mandatory due to a subpoena issued by Paul.
More information can be found through local news sources.
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Category: government Published: July 29, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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