Controversy Erupts Over Gabbard's Nomination as Intelligence Chief
TL;DR
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized President-elect Trump's decision to appoint Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence, labeling it a "pro-war nomination globally." Gabbard, a former Democrat who recently joined the GOP, has faced skepticism over her qualifications and past controversial statements. Trump's choice has surprised many in the national security community, and Gabbard may face challenges in Senate confirmation. Ocasio-Cortez also expressed concerns over Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Department of Health and Human Services.
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- Ocasio-Cortez: ‘Gabbard nomination is a pro-war nomination globally’ The Hill
- Tulsi Gabbard’s past comments on Russia cloud her nomination by Trump The Washington Post
- Wasserman Schultz says Gabbard ‘likely a Russian asset’ The Hill
- Spy world vexed by Trump choice of Gabbard as US intelligence chief Reuters
- ‘Left turn and off the bridge’: Trump’s spy pick stuns intel world POLITICO
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