Trump appoints Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his nomination of former House Democrat Tulsi Gabbard to be director of national intelligence. Gabbard, who became a high-profile Trump supporter, is praised by Trump for her dedication to the country and Constitutional rights. In response, Gabbard expressed gratitude for the opportunity to defend the safety and security of the American people as a member of Trump’s Cabinet. Gabbard left the Democratic Party before the 2022 midterm elections, accusing them of undermining constitutional freedoms and endorsed Trump in August. She would be the first person of color to hold this position, but has faced criticism for meeting with leaders like Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Gabbard’s public statements have clashed with the U.S. intelligence community’s assessments, and she has been accused of promoting Russian propaganda. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA officer, expressed concern over Gabbard’s nomination, citing her lack of qualifications and tendency towards conspiracy theories. Gabbard’s nomination has raised questions about her ability to lead the intelligence community effectively.

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