Sen. Lamar Alexander To Chair COVID-19 Hearing Remotely

Senator Alexander will lead a Senate hearing on the coronavirus pandemic remotely from Tennessee after a staffer tested positive for COVID-19. Despite testing negative, Alexander is self-quarantining. The hearing will include remote testimonies from key health officials like FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn, CDC Director Robert Redfield, and Dr. Anthony Fauci, who are also quarantining. The White House has approved a one-time exception for remote participation.

What is the role of Doctor Anthony Fauci in the context of the hearing?

What exception did the White House approve for this hearing?