Allegations of Vaccine Delays Prompt Subpoena of Pfizer Scientist

A former scientist at Pfizer has been subpoenaed by House Republicans amid claims that senior executives at the pharmaceutical company colluded to intentionally delay COVID-19 vaccine testing before the 2020 presidential election. The House Judiciary Committee issued the subpoena for Dr. Philip Dormitzer, who was Pfizer’s vice president and chief scientific officer for RNA and viral vaccines, requesting his deposition on July 22.

The committee’s investigation stems from allegations that Pfizer executives conspired to withhold vital public health information to influence the election outcome. A letter from Dormitzer’s attorney indicated that her client does not possess relevant records but would cooperate in providing any requested information.

The investigation was triggered by an April 16 letter from the London-based drugmaker GSK, claiming Dormitzer sought to be relocated outside the US in November 2024 due to concerns over possible investigations related to his role in vaccine development. Dormitzer reportedly told GSK employees that the timing of the vaccine was not a coincidence. His colleagues allege that top Pfizer leaders deliberately slowed clinical trials so results would not be available before the election in November 2020.

Pfizer has denied accusations of intentionally delaying vaccine results, stating that their development process was driven solely by science and regulatory guidance. They emphasized their commitment to transparency and the integrity of the vaccine’s safety and efficacy data.