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Fauci's private diaries reveal COVID-19 lab leak suspicions, lockdown influence

July 28, 2026

Summary

Newly exposed diary entries from Anthony Fauci indicate he privately believed the coronavirus likely stemmed from a lab leak in January 2020, despite public denials. His diaries also reveal he personally convinced Bill de Blasio to implement New York City lockdowns.

How coverage differs

  • Right: Fauci's private diaries reveal COVID corruption and public deception Right-leaning outlets lead with the bombshell revelations from Anthony Fauci's private diaries, highlighting his January 2020 admission that scientists believed the coronavirus likely stemmed from a lab leak, despite his public statements. They also emphasize his private credit-taking for convincing Bill de Blasio to implement New York City's COVID-19 lockdowns, framing these actions as a 'coverup' and 'corruption'.

Coverage by lane

Right

  • Fauci privately took credit for COVID-19 lockdowns despite public denial, newly exposed diary entries reveal

Far right

  • 10 Questions For Congress To Ask Fauci About His Covid Corruption And Coverup
  • Fauci Admits in January 2020 Diary Entry That Scientists Believed Coronavirus Likely Stemmed from Lab Leak

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