U.S. Forces and Iran Engage; Fauci to Address Senate Committee on COVID-19 Response

Why it matters locally: The ongoing engagements between U.S. forces and Iran, while not directly occurring in South Carolina, could lead to broader national security implications that affect military personnel and their families residing in the state, given its significant military presence. Dr. Fauci's testimony on the COVID-19 response may influence future federal health policies and funding for public health initiatives that affect South Carolina.

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U.S. forces and Iran have resumed military engagements. This development follows an attack Iran launched yesterday against U.S. personnel in the Middle East. Separately, a Senate committee plans to question Dr. Anthony Fauci regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Fauci previously served as the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. He will provide testimony to the committee regarding various aspects of the pandemic response.