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Aug 6, 2026

Senate committee votes to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress

The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted along party lines to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions about his role in the Covid-19 pandemic response.

Aug 6, 2026·2 sources
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Apr 24, 2026

Paxlovid Does Not Reduce Hospitalization in Vaccinated COVID Patients Despite Faster Recovery

Two major clinical trials led by St. Michael's Hospital and Oxford University found that Paxlovid does not reduce hospital admissions or deaths in vaccinated adults at higher risk of severe COVID-19, though it helps them recover faster.

Apr 24, 2026·2 sources
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Apr 11, 2026

COVID-19 Spike Protein Linked to Increased Lung Cancer Risk Through Inflammatory Pathway

New study suggests SARS-CoV-2 may slightly increase lung cancer risk by triggering a biological chain reaction driven by the virus's spike protein that promotes inflammation and tumor development.

Apr 11, 2026·1 source
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CDC Acting Director Delayed Release of COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness Study

The CDC paused publication of a study showing benefits of COVID-19 vaccines after concerns were raised about the study's methodology. The agency stated it remains committed to timely publication and transparency.

Apr 11, 2026·2 sources
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Apr 9, 2026

Study Links $35 Insulin Cap to Improved Treatment Adherence in Type 2 Diabetes

Research demonstrates that capping insulin costs at $35 per month significantly improves medication adherence among patients with type 2 diabetes, providing evidence for price control policies.

Apr 9, 2026·1 source
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  • ▪Senator Rand Paul questioned Anthony Fauci's right to invoke the Fifth Amendment, arguing that a recipient of a presidential pardon is not permitted to decline congressional questions.
  • ▪On August 6, 2026, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 8-7 along party lines to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress.
  • ▪Senator James Lankford suggested Lois Lerner's prior IRS contempt case as precedent, arguing she waived her Fifth Amendment rights by making an opening statement, though the Department of Justice declined to prosecute her.

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