Overview
- DNI Tulsi Gabbard told congressional intelligence leaders she attended the search at President Trump’s request and briefly connected him by phone to agents, stating no directives were issued.
- The FBI removed roughly 700 boxes of 2020 ballots and related records from Fulton County under a magistrate-approved warrant, with the affidavit and probable-cause details still sealed.
- Fulton County officials say they will sue to contest the warrant and seizure and seek the return of the ballots and other election materials.
- Reporting indicates Trump praised agents and asked questions during the speakerphone call, and analysts note such contact could be raised in future litigation over potential political influence.
- Democratic lawmakers are seeking explanations for Gabbard’s on-site role, while the White House and senior officials frame her involvement as part of election-security responsibilities.