Fauci Contempt Vote and Legal Nuances | San Antonio News

The Senate Homeland Security Committee just voted to hold Dr. Fauci in contempt after he used his Fifth Amendment rights over 100 times — but don’t panic, criminal charges aren’t automatic. A former federal prosecutor explains the DOJ must prove beyond a doubt he committed criminal contempt, and whether his Fifth Amendment claim even holds up given Biden’s pardon — which only shields federal crimes, not state investigations. Statutory immunity? Unlikely. And while Fauci’s legal battle heats up, Fahey also tackles the WNBA’s eligibility rules, warning leagues must apply standards consistently to avoid discrimination lawsuits. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aaa6033fb11fc4f8