Donald Trump has ended Dr. Anthony Fauci’s taxpayer-funded security detail, following threats against Fauci during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci, a key figure in the U.S. response to the pandemic, had faced criticism and threats due to his public health guidance, which was highly polarizing.
The decision has raised questions about the motivations behind it, with Fauci’s critics blaming him for mishandling the pandemic, while supporters defend his commitment to science. Fauci stepped down from his NIAID role in 2022, but his influence remains a point of contention.
Trump’s action also aligns with other moves, such as revoking security clearances from former intelligence officials who had signed a letter about Hunter Biden’s laptop, further fueling partisan divisions.
These decisions reflect Trump’s ongoing influence and the political battles surrounding public health and national security, highlighting the deep divisions in American politics.
