Trump says he has a ‘very good relationship’ with Fauci amid White House criticism

The Hill logoPresident Trump on Monday said he has a “very good relationship” with Dr. Anthony Fauci, downplaying the existence of a rift with the government’s top infectious diseases expert even as multiple White House aides openly criticize the doctor.

“I have a very good relationship with Dr. Fauci. I’ve had for a long time, right from the beginning,” Trump told reporters at a White House event meant to highlight positive actions by police. “I find him to be a very nice person. I don’t always agree with him.”

“I get along with him very well. I like him, personally,” Trump added. Continue reading.