Tulsi Gabbard faces accusations over Fauci ties and cult influence

Former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released a report alleging that Dr. Anthony Fauci directed U.S. funding toward risky gain‑of‑function research on bat coronaviruses at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and helped conceal information about the virus’s origins. The report claims the Department of Justice is considering criminal charges against Fauci.

A psychologist has also warned that Gabbard’s departure from the Trump administration exemplifies a troubling pattern of officials allegedly influenced by a cult‑like religious leader, Chris Butler of the Science of Identity Foundation, raising concerns about private figures shaping decisions that affect the United States.

Both allegations have sparked debate over the integrity of public officials and the influence of external advisors on U.S. policy.