In the wacky world of politics, we’ve stumbled upon yet another head-scratcher involving Dr. Fauci and the art of blanket pardons. It seems Tulsi Gabbard is gearing up for an investigation into everyone’s favorite (or not-so-favorite) infectious disease expert. While Dr. Fauci sought a pardon, the kicker is, he hasn’t even been charged with a crime! So what gives? Are presidential pardons turning into a clearance sale of sorts, where everyone gets a free pass regardless of their escapades?

Now, let’s dive into some fascinating questions. If presidents can hand out pardons like candy, what’s next? Maybe a presidential campaign slogan of “Vote for me, get a free presidential pardon!” Why stop at Dr. Fauci? Let’s pardon everyone from here to kingdom come! But hold on, that’s not quite how the pardon system works—or it hasn’t, at least, until now. Typically, there’s a crime, a trial, and only then does someone get the golden ticket of a pardon.

According to some, Dr. Fauci’s surprising prediction of a virus outbreak during Trump’s term one had heads scratching across the board. It almost seems like he had a crystal ball—or a well-placed memo. Now, he’s facing some serious questions, especially from Senator Rand Paul, about whether gain-of-function research was involved. Tulsi Gabbard seems to think so, and she’s on a mission to prove it, questioning whether Fauci knew more than he let on and whether he was dabbling in risky research with US funds.

The plot thickens with Dr. Fauci’s tangled past, where some argue he helped bankroll gain-of-function research that could’ve sparked the pandemic. With those allegations up in the air, everyone wonders if justice will prevail and come to a head with a full-on investigation. It’s a saga worth watching because if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that politics is never short on drama.

Amidst all this, one global concern looms larger than ever—the persistent presence of US-funded biolabs around the world, posing potential risks for future pandemics. Gabbard’s push against gain-of-function research isn’t just about pointing fingers at a particular individual; it’s about stopping history from repeating itself. It’s become a cautionary tale about vigilance in research practices and transparency, striving to protect against the next big health crisis.

All eyes are now on Gabbard and her planned investigation. With Dr. Fauci stepping down, it might just be time for the tables to turn with the spotlight on him. As the comedic tragedy of American politics unfolds, we can’t help but chuckle—and maybe cross our fingers that this time, we’re not headed toward another rabbit hole of absurdity.