Senate Republicans, led by Rand Paul, compel Dr. Fauci to testify at hearing on COVID-19 response

Senate Republicans, especially Rand Paul, have long criticized the government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and are using a Senate hearing to question Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Paul, who has accused Fauci of wrongdoing and even suggested he be jailed, forced the retired infectious‑disease expert to appear before the panel to address issues related to the pandemic’s origins and response.

The hearing, set for Wednesday, will focus on six key issues identified by the reporters, reflecting ongoing political scrutiny of public‑health officials.