During a recent hearing, Ranking Member Raul Ruiz criticized Republican members of the subcommittee for allegedly failing to conduct an objective investigation into the origins of Covid-19. Ruiz, a Democratic representative from California, accused House Republicans of using the investigation for political gain and shifting blame.
Ruiz expressed concern about the select subcommittee's effectiveness in improving the nation's preparedness for future public health threats. He suggested that instead of objectively examining the origins of Covid-19, House Republicans had weaponized the issue to undermine trust in scientists and public health officials.
Specifically, Ruiz pointed out that Republicans targeted Dr. Anthony Fauci, a prominent health official, in an attempt to deflect blame away from former President Donald Trump. He criticized the Republicans for using the origins of Covid-19 as a partisan tool rather than focusing on a thorough investigation.
According to Ruiz, the actions of House Republicans have hindered efforts to understand how Covid-19 originated and have created unnecessary controversy around the issue. He called for a reevaluation of the subcommittee's priorities and emphasized the importance of conducting unbiased investigations into public health crises.
