Bioweapons, COVID-19 Origins, and the Need for Oversight

This chapter examines the history and implications of U.S. bioweapons programs, focusing on the 1973 halt and the rise of gain-of-function research. It raises critical concerns about transparency in scientific narratives surrounding COVID-19's origins, contrasting private doubts among virologists with their public statements. The discussion advocates for rigorous oversight and bipartisan efforts to prevent future bioweapons misuse amid the increasing influence of advanced technologies in biological research.