Trump to Megyn Kelly: ‘I’m unaware of who gave Fauci a Presidential Commendation.’

Former President Donald Trump Questions Fauci’s ⁣Presidential Commendation

In a recent interview with Megyn Kelly, former President Donald Trump expressed his ⁣uncertainty ⁢about who gave ⁣Dr. Anthony ‌Fauci a ​Presidential Commendation at⁢ the end of​ his term in office.

Kelly pressed​ Trump on his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, specifically questioning why he didn’t fire‌ Fauci despite their differences. Trump explained that while he acknowledged Fauci’s long ​tenure, he didn’t rely heavily on his advice.

However, Kelly pointed out that Trump had made Fauci a prominent figure in the White House Coronavirus Task Force, which drew criticism⁢ from ‍both Republicans and Democrats. She also mentioned that Trump had awarded Fauci ‍a Presidential Commendation before leaving office.

Curious about the commendation, Trump admitted, “I don’t know who gave him the commendation.​ I really don’t know who gave him the commendation. I wouldn’t have done it.”

Kelly informed Trump that the commendation was not exclusive to Fauci, as ⁢General Mark Milley ‍also received one. Trump ‌speculated that someone must have handed Fauci the commendation.

The⁣ official White House archive‌ from the Trump administration ⁢confirms that on January 19, ⁣2021, Trump ‍awarded Presidential Commendations to various individuals ⁤involved in Operation Warp Speed,⁣ including Fauci and Milley.

A clip of the Trump-Kelly interview has been circulating, sparking interest and ⁣discussion.

Trump, in an interview with Megyn ‌Kelly, says he doesn’t know who gave ‍Fauci the presidential​ commendation pic.twitter.com/LRZnFXqMWO

— Joel Weingart (@JoelWeingart_) September 14, 2023

To watch⁢ the full interview segment on Trump’s handling​ of Covid, ⁣including his thoughts on Fauci’s role in the Biden administration, click here.

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