Fauci raved about China but fumed at Trump in diary
The latest release of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s diary pages, dating back to the early days of the first Trump administration, shows the top infectious disease official singing China’s praises but repeatedly disparaging the president he served.
TL;DR
- Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary pages from the early Trump administration show praise for China's research and disdain for President Trump.
- Fauci's writings include mocking Trump's debate performances and concerns about adjusting to the Trump administration.
- He privately called for Trump's impeachment and criticized his actions, such as demanding funds for the border wall.
- Fauci heaped praise on top Chinese health officials, describing them as 'very smart and nice guys.'
- The diary entries suggest Chinese officials attempted to lobby Fauci to ease allegations of intellectual property theft.
- Fauci expressed skepticism about classified warnings concerning Chinese efforts to steal U.S. technology.
- He also discussed collaborating with Chinese counterparts on research, even considering a joint investigation into COVID-19 origins.