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Trump administration needs to stop ‘public harassment’ of Fauci and scientists, open letter says

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An open letter published before Anthony Fauci's congressional appearance accuses Republicans of waging a war on individual scientists. The letter urges the Trump administration to stop what it describes as public harassment of Fauci and other scientists. This highlights ongoing tensions between political figures and scientific experts in the U.S.

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Harassment undermines public health guidance

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An open letter accuses Republicans of 'waging a war on individual scientists'.

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An open letter accuses Republicans of 'waging a war on individual scientists'.

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  • Harassment undermines public health guidance
  • May lead to increased COVID-19 mortality

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An open letter accuses Republicans of 'waging a war on individual scientists'.

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The letter was published before Anthony Fauci will appear before Congress.

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