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

Why it matters locally: Federal policy and military actions related to U.S. forces and Iran could have implications for Maryland residents serving in the armed forces or with family members deployed overseas. The ongoing Senate committee hearing with Dr. Fauci could also influence federal public health policy, potentially affecting Maryland's healthcare system and residents.

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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.