Fauci's Taxpayer-Funded Security Deal Ends

Dr. Anthony Fauci's nearly two-year, $15 million taxpayer-funded security detail was quietly terminated by the U.S. Marshals Service on September 30, 2024, shortly before the election. Despite having retired with a federal pension of approximately $480,000 and an estimated net worth of $11 million, Fauci had been under constant protection after expressing fears for his safety during a publicity tour for his new book. This security arrangement, which covered his movements for nearly two years, has drawn criticism as an example of government waste. Following the end of this detail, Fauci was seen with private security instead of U.S. Marshals, indicating a shift in his protection status. This decision aligns with ongoing calls to reduce government spending, particularly on perceived unnecessary expenses, highlighted by political figures like Trump who seek to trim federal budgets.