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August 18, 2026
Former NIAID Adviser David Morens Pleads Guilty in COVID Records Scheme
- Morens pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and hide federal records.
- He admitted to using personal email to evade public records laws regarding COVID-19 communications.
- The scheme involved two co-conspirators, including EcoHealth Alliance president Peter Daszak.
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- David Morens, former NIAID adviser, pleads guilty in COVID-19 records schemeAug 18, 2026 at 8:03 PM · CBS News
- Former Fauci aide admits hiding emails to thwart pandemic inquiryAug 18, 2026 at 9:26 PM · Washington Post
- Former Fauci associate David Morens pleads guilty to conspiracyAug 18, 2026 at 10:27 PM · The Hill