Dr. Anthony Fauci testifies before House panel over COVID-19 origins, pandemic response

The transcript covers a House subcommittee hearing where Dr. Anthony Fauci faced questions about the origins of COVID-19 and allegations of covering up a lab leak theory. Fauci denied these claims, referencing an email to a scientist advising to report suspicions to the FBI. The subcommittee has been investigating the national pandemic response and potential links to US-funded research in Wuhan. Democrats found no evidence linking Fauci to the virus's origin. Marjorie Taylor Green criticized Fauci for his actions during the pandemic. Republicans questioned the effectiveness of pandemic policies, with the subcommittee chairman emphasizing the need for honest reflection and improved health messaging.

What was Dr. Fauci's response to the allegations of covering up a lab leak theory?

• He confirmed the lab leak theory.

• He ignored the allegations.

• He denied the allegations and read an email advising to report suspicions to the FBI.

• He admitted to the cover-up.

What was the focus of the subcommittee's investigation regarding the pandemic?

• The economic impact of the pandemic.

• The role of US-funded research in Wuhan in the virus's origins.

• The global response to the pandemic.

• The effectiveness of vaccines.

What did Democrats conclude about Dr. Fauci's involvement in the virus's origins?

• He was directly involved.

• There was no evidence linking him to the virus's start.

• He funded the research that led to the virus.

• He was responsible for the pandemic response.

What were some of the criticisms from Republicans regarding pandemic policies?

• They wanted stricter policies.

• They focused on international policies.

• They praised the policies.

• They questioned the effectiveness of masking, distancing, and vaccine mandates.

What did the subcommittee chairman suggest about the pandemic response?

• To reflect on actions taken and improve communication with the public.

• To ignore past actions.

• To continue with the same strategies.

• To focus solely on economic recovery.