Senate Panel Votes To Hold Fauci In Contempt
Larry O'Connor > Video
Friday, August 7, 2026
In a recent discussion, Cully Stimson, Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, delves into the Senate Committee's decision to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. The conversation centers on the implications of the contempt charge and the broader legal and political landscape surrounding it. Stimson explains the process that follows such a contempt citation, emphasizing the steps involved before any potential prosecution can occur. The discussion also touches on Fauci's invocation of the Fifth Amendment and the implications of federal pardons versus state prosecutions. Additionally, the conversation explores the potential misuse of the six-foot social distancing rule during the pandemic and its impact on prisons, drawing connections to broader prison abolitionist movements.
