Rand Paul stories

Sep 17, 2026

Trump withdraws Lance Schroyer's nomination to lead ICE after Senate stall

President Donald Trump withdrew the nomination of former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after his confirmation stalled in the Senate. Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky blocked the confirmation hearing, though a spokesperson said Paul had not placed a formal hold or expressed opposition.

Sep 17, 20267 sources

Jul 29, 2026

Dr. Anthony Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment at Senate COVID-19 hearing, calls Rand Paul 'unhinged'

Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions at a GOP-led Senate hearing on July 29, 2026, invoking his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. He accused Senator Rand Paul of attempting to trap him with perjury charges in what he characterized as an 'unhinged' inquiry into COVID-19 origins and pandemic response.

Jul 29, 20266 sources