On August 6, 2026, a Senate committee, led by Republican members, voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. This decision followed Dr. Fauci's refusal to answer questions during a hearing. Additionally, it was reported that mRNA technology, which was used in COVID-19 vaccines, will soon be applied to flu vaccines for older Americans. Health officials are also investigating a salmonella outbreak that has been linked to jalapeno peppers sourced from Mexico.
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Senate Committee Votes to Hold Dr. Fauci in Contempt of Congress
A GOP-led Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he declined to answer questions during a hearing. The meeting also discussed the future use of mRNA technology in flu vaccines for older Americans and a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers from Mexico.
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