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Fifth Amendment of the Constitution

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Senator Moreno Confronts Anthony Fauci Over Pandemic Policies in Senate Hearing

During a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on July 29, 2026, GOP Senator Bernie Moreno sharply criticized Anthony Fauci for his pandemic-era restrictions and their impact on Americans.

Jul 29, 2026, 7:59 PM Daily Caller

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment 111 Times During Senate Hearing Led by Rand Paul

During a Senate hearing on July 29, 2026, Anthony Fauci repeatedly declined to answer questions about gain-of-function research, prompting calls for contempt charges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 7:33 PM

WASHINGTON (October 31, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary, Alejandro Mayorkas, testifies before the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee alongside the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Christopher Wray, and the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Christine Abizaid, in Washington, DC. (DHS photo by Tia Dufour)

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment During Senate COVID-19 Hearing

Former NIH Director Anthony Fauci refrains from answering questions by invoking his constitutional right amid accusations related to the COVID-19 pandemic response.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 6:26 PM

This illustration, created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a corona surrounding the virion, when viewed electron microscopically. A novel coronavirus, named Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China in 2019. The illness caused by this virus has been named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

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Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment at US Senate Hearing on Covid-19 Origins

Former top US health official Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions on Covid-19 origins during a Senate hearing, citing fear of prosecution and invoking his constitutional rights.

The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 4:40 PM

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., was appointed Director of NIAID in 1984. He oversees an extensive research portfolio of basic and applied research to prevent, diagnose, and treat established infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, respiratory infections, diarrheal diseases, tuberculosis and malaria as well as emerging diseases such as Ebola and Zika. Credit: NIAID

Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment, Declines to Testify in Senate Covid Hearing

Former NIAID director Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions on Covid-19 origins during a contentious Senate hearing, citing constitutional rights amid accusations from Republican Senator Rand Paul.

Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 3:53 PM

I am so thankful for our men and women in uniform, and the many selfless sacrifices they make in service to our nation. I was honored to travel with my Veterans’ Affairs Committee colleagues to spend Thanksgiving with service-members currently overseas.

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Senate Panel to Vote on Holding Dr. Anthony Fauci in Contempt of Congress

Sen. Rand Paul plans to push for a contempt vote after Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill.

The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 5:23 PM

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Appeals Court Blocks Trump Administration from Detaining Migrants Without Bond Beyond 90 Days

A federal appeals court ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot hold immigrants in mandatory detention for more than 90 days without a bond hearing, citing constitutional due process protections.

Fox News Latest | Jul 3, 2026, 7:56 AM

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Dr Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment at Senate Covid-19 Origins Hearing

Former US health official Dr Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions during a Senate hearing on the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic, citing concerns over potential prosecution.

Al Jazeera | Jul 29, 2026, 7:35 PM

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Government Charges Activist for Providing Duress Password to Border Agents

Samuel Tunick faces legal action after giving a code that erased his phone data during a Customs and Border Protection search, raising constitutional questions about digital privacy at the border.

Reason | Jul 29, 2026, 6:03 PM

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Senator Rand Paul Removes Fauci’s Lawyer from Senate Hearing After Disruptions

During a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on July 29, 2026, Republican Senator Rand Paul ordered the removal of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s lawyer, David Schertler, for repeatedly interrupting the proceedings.

Daily Caller | Jul 29, 2026, 5:59 PM

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At Senate Hearing, Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment Over Lab Leak Questions

Former NIAID director Anthony Fauci declined to answer Senate committee questions on gain-of-function research in Wuhan, citing repeated personal attacks and legal concerns.

Reason | Jul 29, 2026, 4:56 PM

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Rand Paul to Seek Civil Contempt Charges After Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment Over 70 Times

Following a congressional hearing where Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment rights, Senator Rand Paul announced plans to pursue civil contempt charges.

Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 4:19 PM

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Fauci Attorney Ejected from Senate Hearing After Disruptive Exchange

During a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing, Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment while his attorney was removed for disrupting proceedings.

Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 2:56 PM

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Trump Does Not Seek Supreme Court Rehearing on Birthright Citizenship Case

Despite his public vow, former President Donald Trump has not filed a petition for the Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling limiting his birthright citizenship proposal.

NBC Politics | Jul 28, 2026, 9:35 PM

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Election in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Focuses on 12 Contested Refugee Seats Amid Unrest

The upcoming election in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) is centered on 12 disputed refugee constituencies, highlighting deep-rooted issues of representation, autonomy, and political power amid a summer marked by deadly protests.

Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:12 AM

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Donald Trump to Speak at Rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner After Assassination Attempt

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, postponed after an armed assailant tried to storm the event, will be held with heightened security amid calls for journalists to confront Trump over media attacks.

Guardian US | Jul 24, 2026, 10:42 AM

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Ohio Court of Appeals Rules Arming Oneself to Answer Police Door May Be Privileged Against Obstruction Charges

The court reversed a conviction after ruling that constitutional rights protect an individual who arms himself at home before police arrival during a domestic dispute call.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 4:39 PM

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against Warrantless Searches of Private Land

The court rejected the "open fields" doctrine, affirming stronger privacy protections under the Pennsylvania Constitution than the federal Fourth Amendment.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 3:56 AM

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Supreme Court to Hear Alaska Pilot’s Challenge Over $95,000 Plane Seizure for Six-Pack of Beer

Ken Jouppi argues the seizure of his Cessna is an excessive fine under the Eighth Amendment, raising questions about proportionality in asset forfeiture.

Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 10:21 PM

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"Red Sox Spirit" Proposed as Framework for Interpreting Massachusetts Constitution

A libertarian perspective suggests applying the ethos of the Red Sox Spirit to state constitutional law, emphasizing liberty and resistance to tyranny.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 1:37 AM

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Supreme Court Showdown Looms Over St. Michael Statue at Quincy Public Safety Building

A legal dispute in Massachusetts challenges the installation of religious statues honoring first responders, with potential implications for religious displays on government property.

Fox News Latest | Jul 19, 2026, 11:38 AM

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Hawaii Supreme Court’s Use of 'Aloha Spirit' Raises Questions on Second Amendment Consistency

The Hawaii Supreme Court’s invocation of the 'Aloha Spirit' in constitutional interpretation highlights tensions between local traditions and federally guaranteed rights.

Reason | Jul 19, 2026, 5:25 AM

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White House Defends Argentina Football Team Over Falklands Banner

The White House supports Argentina's right to free speech after players displayed a controversial banner during their World Cup win against England, amid calls for a FIFA investigation.

BBC World | Jul 18, 2026, 2:48 AM

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GOP Lawmakers Urge Supreme Court to Bolster First Amendment Rights for Street Preachers

House Republicans filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to reject qualified immunity for officers who stopped a Christian evangelist distributing literature in Louisiana.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 PM