Tulsi Gabbard, former Democratic congresswoman from Hawaii, has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Her nomination has progressed through several key stages in the Senate confirmation process:
- January 30, 2025: Gabbard appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee for her confirmation hearing, where she addressed questions regarding her past positions and qualifications for the role.
- February 4, 2025: The Senate Intelligence Committee voted 9-8 along party lines to advance her nomination to the full Senate.
- February 10, 2025: The Senate held a procedural vote to end debate on Gabbard’s nomination, passing it with a 52-46 vote, clearing the way for a final confirmation vote. apnews.com
The final confirmation vote is anticipated to occur later this week. Gabbard’s nomination has been contentious due to her past comments supporting Edward Snowden, her meeting with Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, and statements perceived as aligning with Russian justifications for invading Ukraine. Despite these controversies, leading Republicans support her nomination, valuing her agreement to reduce the size of the DNI’s office.
Tulsi Gabbard’s DNI Nomination Advances Amid Controversy
