Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination 111 times when questioned by lawmakers about his role during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to recent reports. Fauci, who previously stated in 2022 that he was "very happy to testify . . . I have nothing to hide. I’m going to . . . cooperate fully," reportedly invoked the Fifth Amendment on the advice of his counsel.
While a presidential pardon shields Fauci from prosecution, the questions pertained to key decisions made during the pandemic. Critics have pointed to his earlier statements as contradictory to his later refusal to answer questions.
The reporting also highlighted other instances of what it termed "whoppers" in public discourse. New York City Mayor Eric Adams' plan for five city-run grocery stores, which promised prices "at 30% below typical retail prices," was met with skepticism. The report suggests these stores are years away from opening, if they open at all, and would require significant taxpayer subsidies, potentially making them "the most expensive groceries in the city."
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill also faced scrutiny for her statement regarding the privacy of New Jersey citizens. When addressing federal requests for data on non-citizens who registered to vote in the state, including those who voted, Sherrill stated, "I [don’t turn] over private, identifying information of the citizens of New Jersey." The report notes her reference to non-citizens as "citizens" and emphasizes that New Jersey is part of the U.S., with immigration policy overseen by Washington.