- Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions regarding the origins of COVID-19, invoking the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing.
- Sen. Bernie Moreno confronted Fauci, stating, “Here I am sitting in front of you six years later, saying, who the f*** do you think you were for doing that?”
- Moreno expressed his discontent, saying, “It is a total disgrace what you did to this country...”
- Moreno presented Fauci with a small copy of the U.S. Constitution as he continued to refuse to answer questions.
- Moreno asked Fauci, “Do you feel like you’re in deep s***?” referring to a description of one of Fauci’s attorneys.
- Moreno requested Fauci to turn around and face the audience, stating, “It’s not a question — It’s a request.”
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced intense scrutiny during a Senate hearing on COVID-19 origins, where he repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment to avoid answering questions about his past statements.1
Republican Senator Bernie Moreno confronted Fauci, expressing outrage over his pandemic response.3456
"It is a total disgrace what you did to this country," Moreno stated, criticizing Fauci's perceived prioritization of celebrity over public health.
Moreno's confrontation included an expletive-laden tirade, questioning Fauci's integrity and suggesting he was more interested in fame than in saving lives.
As Fauci continued to decline answering questions, Moreno presented him with a small copy of the U.S. Constitution, emphasizing the importance of accountability.
Moreno's remarks highlighted a growing frustration among Republicans regarding Fauci's past actions during the pandemic, with calls for transparency and honesty in government responses to health crises.
The hearing underscored the ongoing political tensions surrounding COVID-19, as Fauci's legacy remains a contentious topic among lawmakers and the public alike.
“During the Senate hearing, Sen. Bernie Moreno confronted Fauci, stating, 'It is a total disgrace what you did to this country,' while also asking him to turn around and face the audience. Moreno's aggressive questioning included references to Fauci's legal representation, suggesting he was in 'deep s***.'”
