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Daily Pulse · August 21, 2026
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Dr. Anthony Fauci's Legal Defense Fund Launched Amid Intensifying Federal and State Investigations

The former top infectious disease expert now faces a wave of inquiries from federal and state authorities, prompting the creation of a dedicated fund for his legal costs.

Dr. Anthony Fauci's Legal Defense Fund Launched Amid Intensifying Federal and State Investigations

A legal defense fund has been established by attorneys for Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, as he confronts a growing number of federal and state investigations.

Fauci, who played a prominent role in guiding the nation through the COVID-19 pandemic, has been accused by Republican lawmakers of providing misleading information regarding the virus's origins. These accusations have led to multiple official inquiries.

Legal Defense Fund Established

The newly formed

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