Recommended VideosAccording to CNN, Fauci, most known for guiding the US Covid-19 pandemic response across two administrations, delivered a brief, sharp opening statement. In one extraordinary moment, Paul had Fauci’s attorney, David Schertler, escorted out of the room after he attempted to interject. According to CNN, Fauci linked his refusal to speak with Paul’s “obvious obsession with calling for my prosecution.” He contrasted Fauci’s willingness to speak to outlets like InStyle with his refusal to answer questions on Capitol Hill. Per CNN, Paul highlighted this in his opening statement.