Following the declassification of documents by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, which revealed details about U.S.-backed biological research programs across the globe, a revived discussion has emerged around gain-of-function research, foreign biological laboratories, and how openly the government communicates with the public about these activities.

Kentucky Senator Rand Paul was interviewed by The National Desk to discuss the newly disclosed materials that have rekindled longstanding concerns that originated during the COVID-19 pandemic regarding two main issues: the degree of American participation in overseas facilities researching hazardous pathogens, and whether federal authorities provided complete transparency to citizens about these programs.

What is also interesting is what Paul raises about the legality of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s pardon. It was issued despite his never having been criminally charged and may be legally questionable.