Trump administration distances itself from latest attack on Fauci
The US top infectious diseases expert is urging the White House to stop attacks on him and focus on the coronavirus.
16 Jul 2020
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The US top infectious diseases expert is urging the White House to stop attacks on him and focus on the coronavirus.
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