Exclusive | Sen. Rand Paul says Dr. Anthony Fauci’s power abuse has ‘nothing on’ J. Edgar Hoover with COVID ‘cover up’

WASHINGTON — Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of abusing his power during a 40-year career in government, to the extent that even notorious FBI boss J. Edgar Hoover “has nothing on” the ex-National Institutes of Health official. Paul told The Post’s Miranda Devine in an interview with “Pod Force One,” released Wednesday, that the former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases director had exerted a powerful influence for decades on US-funded research. But whistleblower testimony and internal government emails related to the COVID-19 pandemic have since revealed the degree to which Fauci also involved himself in…

Trump calls for probe into gasoline price ‘gouging’

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has instructed the Department of Justice to look into oil companies for ​not lowering gasoline pump prices in line with falling crude costs, ‌and accused the companies of “gouging” customers. Trump did not name any companies in his social media post,…

Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera carted off field in injury heartbreaker

Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera was carted off the field Tuesday night at Citi Field in the bottom of the fifth inning after he injured himself making a play at first base against the Mets.  Chicago revealed after its 9-6 win that Cabrera strained both his left hamstring and left adductor…

Geno Auriemma praises  Liberty’s Breanna Stewart’s legacy on and off court

LAS VEGAS — UConn coach Geno Auriemma believes what Breanna Stewart has done throughout her career is “groundbreaking.” Stewart is a four-time NCAA champion at UConn, two-time WNBA MVP and three-time WNBA champion with two teams. But it’s her impact off the court that will further define her legacy. Stewart…

Massive ‘Mamdani surge’ does not materialize in contested NYC House races

Voter turnout for this year’s congressional Democratic primaries has been substantially lower so far than last year — with far fewer younger voters expected to cast ballots. The Democratic Socialists of America and liberal leaning insiders had hoped to replicate the results of 2025, when Mayor Zohran Mamdani shocked the…

Paramount denies Bari Weiss may cede control over CBS News

Paramount is flatly denying a report that Bari Weiss could lose control over key CBS News broadcasts amid mounting turmoil inside the network’s news division. The company issued a statement Tuesday insisting Weiss retains the “full support” of Paramount and Skydance boss David Ellison after Puck reported that executives had…

Braves vs. Marlins odds, prediction: MLB picks, odds, best bets Tuesday

Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. “Hey Stitch: Don’t know if you caught this, but Napoleon Solo was 10-1 when they were going into the gate. Paid off 7-1. Someone…

Trump reveals how close he was to restarting strikes on Iran

President Trump said he was “an hour away” from striking Iran on Monday when he called off the military strike at the request of Middle East leaders. “I was an hour away from making the decision to go today,” he told reporters. “We’re all set to go,” he said. “It…

Withings Body Scan review: Smart scale turned all-in-one health hub

Most smart scales measure your weight, BMI (Body Mass Index) and basic body composition metrics, such as muscle mass and body fat percentage. More premium models can also assess more complex stats — for example, they calculate your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate, the minimum number of calories your body needs…

The Post’s Knicks-Cavaliers Eastern Conference finals predictions

The Post’s experts give their Knicks-Cavaliers predications: Stefan Bondy The Cavs don’t have a defensive answer for Jalen Brunson, while New York’s wings — Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges — are well equipped to handle Cleveland’s dynamic backcourt. Also, the Cavs are soft in the middle and susceptible…

Celestron Outland X 10×25 roof prism binocular review

The Celestron Outland X 10×25 roof prism binoculars are a tiny pair that you can fit in one hand or carry in a small pocket. They are rugged enough to throw in your hiking bag at the last minute, and would also be good to give to a nature-loving or…

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