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Left to right: Martin Kulldorff, Sunetra Gupta, and Jay Bhattacharya at the American Institute for Economic Research, Great Barrington, Massachusetts, USA

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NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya Discusses Fauci Hearing, COVID-19 Origins, and Vaccines

In an extended interview, NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya addresses key topics including Dr. Anthony Fauci's pandemic response, the origins of COVID-19, and vaccine developments.

Jul 30, 2026, 5:18 AM CBS Politics

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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

Color-enhanced scanning electron micrograph showing Salmonella Typhimurium (red) invading cultured human cells Credit: Rocky Mountain Laboratories, NIAID, NIH All the images, except specified ones from the World Health Organization (WHO), are in the public domain. For the public domain images, there is no copyright, no permission required, and no charge for their use.

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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

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).

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

Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions at a Senate hearing on the origins of Covid-19, citing fears of prosecution, as partisan disputes over the pandemic’s beginnings continue six years later.

Guardian US | 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

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Senate Confirms Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence in 51-47 Vote

After months of delay and political tension, Jay Clayton's nomination as Director of National Intelligence was approved by the Senate amid ongoing debates over the renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 1:02 AM

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Senate Confirms Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence

Clayton's confirmation may help resolve the impasse over renewing a key surveillance authority that expired in June.

CBS Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 12:53 AM

Senate Confirms Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence

Jay Clayton, a former SEC chairman and Trump ally, was confirmed by the US Senate in a 51-47 party-line vote amid controversy over his stance on election integrity.

Guardian US | Jul 28, 2026, 11:48 PM

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Fauci Faces Senate Hearing Following Release of Extensive Diary Entries by Rand Paul

Former White House medical adviser Anthony Fauci is set for a challenging Senate hearing after Senator Rand Paul released over 1,000 pages of Fauci’s COVID-19 pandemic diaries and additional work records.

The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 11:37 PM

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Senate Confirms Jay Clayton as DNI Amid Democratic Opposition and FISA Reauthorization Standoff

Jay Clayton was confirmed as Director of National Intelligence on a party-line vote, but Senate Democrats continue to block bipartisan reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 11:30 PM

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Acting DNI Announces Fifth Wave of Staff Reductions at ODNI, Citing 30% Cut Since Weeks Ago

William Pulte highlights ongoing downsizing efforts amid Senate confirmation of Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence.

Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 6:42 PM

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Sen. Rand Paul Unveils Alleged COVID-19 Lab Origin Cover-Up

Newly released documents reveal claims of a coordinated effort by scientists, intelligence officials, and Dr. Anthony Fauci to suppress evidence supporting a possible lab origin of COVID-19.

Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 3:12 PM

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Trump Pulls Back Strikes on Iran as Tehran Requests Meeting; Visits Michigan to Promote Manufacturing

The U.S. eased military strikes on Iran to allow for negotiations, with President Trump confirming Iran’s request for talks while preparing to visit Michigan ahead of primaries.

The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 6:03 PM

Senate Set to Vote on Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence Amid Tensions

Jay Clayton, nominated by President Donald Trump, is expected to be confirmed as the US director of national intelligence following a contentious hearing, filling the vacancy left by Tulsi Gabbard.

Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 12:01 PM

Senate Intelligence Committee Advances Jay Clayton’s Nomination Despite Democratic Opposition

The Senate intelligence committee voted 9-8 to advance Jay Clayton’s nomination as Director of National Intelligence, setting the stage for a full Senate confirmation vote amid partisan criticism.

Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:03 PM

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Jay Clayton Advances in Senate, Paving Way for Revival of Key Anti-Terror Surveillance Program

The Senate Intelligence Committee narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence, potentially reopening the path to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 8:02 PM

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High-Profile Trump Nominees Face Scrutiny from Outgoing GOP Senators

Several key Trump administration nominees underwent confirmation hearings, revealing divisions among outgoing Republican senators over their support.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 9:35 PM

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Senator Mark Warner Declines to Support Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence

Despite opposition from Senator Warner, Jay Clayton is expected to be confirmed as DNI due to Republican Senate control.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 19, 2026, 6:33 PM

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Senator Mark Warner to Vote Against Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence

Warner cites disappointment in Clayton's Senate Intelligence Committee testimony despite prior optimism about the Trump nominee.

CBS Politics | Jul 19, 2026, 5:47 PM

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Senator Jon Ossoff Criticizes Trump on Election Claims Amid 2026 Senate Reelection Bid

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff intensifies criticism of former President Trump’s election claims while focusing on his Senate reelection campaign.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 11:20 AM

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Senator Jon Ossoff Challenges Jay Clayton on 2020 Election Acknowledgment During DNI Confirmation

During his confirmation hearing to become Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton faced intense questioning from Senator Jon Ossoff regarding the acknowledgment of established facts, including the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.

The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 6:50 PM

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Democrats Split Over U.S. Aid to Israel Amid Growing Party Divisions

House Democrats were divided in a vote on ending U.S. aid to Israel, highlighting intraparty disagreements over the Netanyahu government’s actions and the broader conflict in the Middle East.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 10:16 PM

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Trump Intelligence Nominee Jay Clayton Highlights Role in Shaping US-China Economic Strategy

Jay Clayton, nominated for director of national intelligence, emphasized his potential contribution to US economic policy with China during a Senate confirmation hearing that underscored Beijing as a key geopolitical challenge.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:25 PM

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Sen. Jon Ossoff Challenges Jay Clayton on 2020 Election Claims During Confirmation Hearing

During a tense July 15, 2026 confirmation hearing, Sen. Jon Ossoff questioned Jay Clayton, President Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, about the administration’s emphasis on debunked 2020 election fraud claims.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:02 PM