DOGE terminates plans for a museum exhibit dedicated to Anthony Fauci

SUMMARY

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has saved $182 million by canceling several contracts, including a $168,000 deal for an exhibit about Dr. Anthony Fauci at the NIH Museum. Fauci, the former chief medical advisor under President Biden, faced criticism for his changing guidance during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially on issues like mask-wearing. The exhibit was part of a broader effort to honor his role, but it was scrapped as part of a push to reduce unnecessary government spending. This cancellation is just one of many cuts DOGE made, targeting administrative expenses while ensuring that essential healthcare programs remain unaffected. Fauci’s legacy remains contentious, especially after his role in the pandemic and his receipt of significant royalty payments from the NIH.