Key facts
- Dr. Anthony Fauci described Sharri Markson's book on the Covid-19 lab leak theory as "a bunch of nonsense" in his diaries.
- Fauci's comments were released ahead of a Senate hearing where he was subpoenaed by Senator Rand Paul.
- Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has launched an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci.
- The investigation concerns Fauci's statements and actions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suggested Fauci cannot claim the Fifth Amendment due to a pardon by President Biden.
- DeSantis believes Fauci should face consequences for not answering questions.
Dr. Anthony Fauci has criticized a book by News Corp journalist Sharri Markson that explores the COVID-19 lab leak theory, calling it "a bunch of nonsense" in his newly released diaries. Fauci's remarks were made public shortly before he was subpoenaed to appear at a Senate hearing by Senator Rand Paul.