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CIA Whistleblower Claims Fauci Meddled in COVID Lab-Leak Probe

James Erdman III said Fauci shaped the CIA’s analysis and that the agency suppressed records as Congress pressed for more COVID-19 origin disclosures.

  • James E. Erdman III testified that CIA senior officials suppressed evidence supporting the COVID-19 lab leak theory and altered reports to downplay this conclusion, deviating from standard procedures.
  • Erdman reported that the CIA engaged in blocking and altering reports, firing whistleblowers, and illegally surveilling investigators probing the virus origins.
  • Sen. Rand Paul criticized Anthony Fauci for influencing officials to dismiss the lab leak theory and highlighted ongoing efforts to withhold key documents and information from the public and Congress.
  • Fauci denies wrongdoing while the Senate Homeland Security Committee held hearings to examine allegations of cover-up and obstruction related to the origins of SARS-CoV-2.
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