Tulsi Gabbard's DNI Nomination Faces Bipartisan Scrutiny
President-elect Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, raises concerns over her past foreign policy positions.
- Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman turned Republican, has been nominated by Donald Trump for Director of National Intelligence.
- Gabbard's past criticisms of U.S. military interventions and her perceived alignment with Russian narratives have alarmed many in Washington.
- Her nomination has drawn skepticism from both parties, with some lawmakers questioning her judgment and suitability for overseeing U.S. intelligence agencies.
- Critics cite her controversial meeting with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and her statements on the Russia-Ukraine conflict as potential risks to national security.
- Supporters highlight Gabbard's military service and anti-establishment stance, but her confirmation faces significant hurdles in the Senate.