Former Fauci aide charged with concealing Covid records
David Morens, a former aide to Anthony Fauci, has been indicted for allegedly concealing federal records related to the Covid pandemic. The charges stem from accusations that he and co-conspirators used personal email accounts to hide communications and influence funding decisions. If convicted, Morens could face significant prison time for his actions.
- ▪David Morens is accused of trying to shield correspondence related to the Covid pandemic.
- ▪The indictment includes allegations of conspiracy and falsification of federal records.
- ▪Morens and co-conspirators allegedly used personal email accounts to avoid public scrutiny.
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David Morens speaks during a House select subcommittee in Washington in May 2024. Photograph: Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenDavid Morens speaks during a House select subcommittee in Washington in May 2024. Photograph: Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesTrump administrationFormer Fauci aide charged with concealing Covid recordsEx-Niaid employee David Morens accused of trying to shield correspondence related to outbreak of pandemicMaya YangTue 28 Apr 2026 15.33 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 16.21 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAn ex-adviser to the former top public US health official Anthony Fauci has been indicted by Trump administration prosecutors on accusations that he illicitly concealed federal records during the Covid pandemic.The justice department on Tuesday…
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