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Published Nov 23, 2022

They/Them Shot Up A Gay Nightclub | Ep. 1617

Ben Shapiro dissects Anthony Fauci's final press conference, challenging the media's inconsistent reactions, while also critiquing political and media narratives in the aftermath of the Colorado gay nightclub shooting, urging factual reporting and highlighting the agendas driving public discourse.
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  • Fauci's Farewell

    Anthony Fauci's final press conference as a federal official was marked by both praise and controversy. highlighted the accolades Fauci received from colleagues, despite his contentious handling of the pandemic. Fauci's reluctance to address the origins of COVID-19, particularly the lab-leak theory, drew criticism. Shapiro noted, "Anthony Fauci has been wildly incurious about the origins of the COVID virus in the first place," emphasizing the lack of transparency 1.

       

    Media Response

    The media's response to Fauci's press conference was mixed, with some outlets expressing confusion over his statements. Shapiro pointed out the inconsistency in media reactions, comparing it to past press interactions under different administrations. He remarked on the press secretary's dismissal of questions regarding COVID-19's origins, likening it to previous media uproars 2. "We have the White House press secretary telling people they can't ask Doctor Fauci questions about the origins of the virus," Shapiro commented, highlighting the selective scrutiny 2.

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