Controversy Erupts Over Trump's DNI Pick Tulsi Gabbard Amid Russian Asset Claims
TL;DR
Democratic lawmakers are criticizing Donald Trump's nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence, citing her alleged pro-Russia stance as a threat to U.S. security. Concerns about Gabbard's loyalties and her past support for Russian-backed conspiracy theories have been raised by several Democrats, including members of the House intelligence committee. Trump's other controversial cabinet picks, such as Matt Gaetz and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., are also facing scrutiny, with doubts about their Senate confirmation prospects even among some Republicans.
- ‘A Russian asset’: Democrats slam Trump’s pick of Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence The Guardian US
- Wasserman Schultz sparks backlash for claiming Tulsi Gabbard is a Russian asset Fox News
- ‘Extraordinarily dangerous’: Intelligence community insiders warn against Trump’s DNI pick Defense One
- Why critics say Gabbard is a controversial choice for spy chief CNN
- Opinion | Gabbard’s lack of judgment and flights from reality are disqualifying The Washington Post
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