S. Sen. Rand Paul, a medical doctor from Kentucky, playing a key role.

He has filed a contempt of Congress charge against Dr. Anthony Fauci. Details of the charge are not fully available here, but it is reportedly related to Sen.

Paul's long-standing criticism of Fauci. Sen. Paul is an ophthalmologist by training and has been vocal in his opposition to Fauci.

Further information on this developing story can be found in the New York Daily News, which has reported on the controversy surrounding the charge and Sen. Paul's actions.