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

Why it matters locally: Increased military tensions in the Middle East could have implications for U.S. military personnel stationed in and deployed from Hawaii, as well as for the state's significant military presence. Dr. Fauci's testimony on the COVID-19 response may influence federal health policies that directly affect public health initiatives and resource allocation in Hawaii.

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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.