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politics1 day ago•20 min saved

Gabbard resigns as DNI amid Trump-era turbulence and Iran tensions

Heather Cox Richardson reports that Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard resigned effective June 30, reportedly after pressure from President Trump, and she situates the move in the ODNI’s oversight role and Gabbard’s controversial actions. The piece then surveys the broader context: U.S. pressure over Iran, questions about war powers and congressional authorization, and rumors of a new deal affecting the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear program, all set against Trump’s public posts and domestic political dynamics.

via Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson|

#gabbard #iran #jcpoa

politics4 days ago•6 min saved

Gabbard resigns as DNI to care for husband battling cancer

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, saying she must leave to support her husband, who has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. She will depart by June 30, making her the fourth Cabinet member to leave Trump’s second term. Aaron Lukas will serve as acting DNI. The move comes amid long-standing tensions over foreign policy and Iran-related decisions during Gabbard’s tenure.

via Federal News Network|

#cabinet #dni #gabbard

politics2 months ago•8 min saved

Gabbard seeks ODNI control of In-Q-Tel, igniting intel turf fight

POLITICO reports that the Office of the Director of National Intelligence is finalizing a plan to make In-Q-Tel, the CIA-backed venture fund, overseen by ODNI under Tulsi Gabbard. If approved, the shift would move oversight from the CIA to Gabbard’s ODNI, potentially triggering opposition from CIA leaders and some lawmakers while garnering support for tighter cross-agency tech development; passage would require congressional backing amid mixed views on ODNI’s role and Gabbard’s influence.

via Politico|

#cia #gabbard #in-q-tel

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Gabbard says Trump ordered her to observe Fulton County raid, sparking questions about presidential knowledge

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard testified that Trump directed her to observe the FBI’s Fulton County raid on a Georgia election facility, though she said she did not participate in law enforcement and could not confirm whether Trump knew about the warrant in advance, a revelation that raises questions about presidential involvement in a county-level search tied to election-related disputes.

via Democracy Docket|

#election-integrity #fbi-raid #fulton-county

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Senate to Grill Intel Chiefs as Iran War Sparks Backlash and Resignations

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hear from top U.S. intelligence officials amid growing questions about the Iran war and its justification, as resignations and public criticisms emerge. One aide, Joe Kent, quit, alleging that U.S. actions were pressured by Israel and lobbying efforts, while Tulsi Gabbard publicly defended the administration’s view of an imminent threat. An earlier 2025 intelligence assessment suggested Iran was not building a nuclear weapon, complicating the public narrative as allies grow reluctant to engage and lawmakers seek accountability on the war’s endgame.

via CBS News|

#gabbard #hearing #intelligence

politics3 months ago•6 min saved

Whistleblower Alleges Gabbard Suppressed Classified Call Involving Trump Ally

The NSA reportedly detected a highly sensitive call between a foreign intelligence-linked individual and someone close to Donald Trump. A whistleblower’s attorney says DNI Tulsi Gabbard took the information to the president’s staff and instructed NSA to withhold publication, instead directing the details to her office. ODNI denies any improper action, while lawmakers debate legality and transparency, and the independence of the IC inspector general is under scrutiny as the full contents of the complaint remain largely unknown.

via The Guardian|

#gabbard #inspectorgeneral #nsa

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump says Bondi pressured Gabbard to attend Georgia election raid

Trump claimed Pam Bondi directed Tulsi Gabbard to attend the Fulton County election center raid, contradicting Gabbard’s claim that Trump asked her to go; the FBI seized hundreds of boxes of ballots and documents, stoking political tensions as officials say there’s no evidence of widespread 2020 fraud; both Bondi and the president and Gabbard’s office offered overlapping accounts, and the DOJ has not commented; Deputy AG said Gabbard was near the search but not part of the probe.

via Axios|

#bondi #fulton-county #gabbard

politics3 months ago•14 min saved

Gabbard claims Trump urged her presence at FBI ballot-search operation

Tulsi Gabbard alleges that Donald Trump wanted her present during the FBI’s 2026 search of Fulton County’s 2020 election ballots in Union City, Georgia.

via AP News|

#2020-election #fbi #fulton-county

world6 months ago•2 min saved

US Intelligence Chief Declares End of Regime Change Strategy

The US national intelligence director indicated that under Trump, the US shifted from regime change and nation-building to focusing on economic prosperity and regional stability in the Middle East, with ongoing challenges such as the Gaza ceasefire and Iran's nuclear activities.

via AP News|

#foreign-policy #gabbard #middle-east

national-security7 months ago•5 min saved

Tulsi Gabbard Demands U.S. Intel Leak Crackdown

DNI Tulsi Gabbard has issued a memo urging U.S. intelligence agencies to review the feasibility of conducting random polygraph tests, especially focusing on questions about leaks to the press, as part of efforts to curb classified information disclosures and enhance counterintelligence measures.

via CBS News|

#gabbard #intelligence #leaks

politics8 months ago•1 min saved

Gabbard Withdraws Venezuela Intelligence Report

Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, ordered the NSA to retract a classified intelligence report on Venezuela that involved Richard Grenell, amid ongoing debates over U.S. policy towards the country and Grenell's negotiations for hostages.

via The New York Times|

#classified #gabbard #intelligence-report

world9 months ago•5 min saved

U.S. Restricts Intelligence Sharing on Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, issued a memo instructing U.S. intelligence agencies not to share information about Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations with Five Eyes allies, raising concerns about potential impacts on international intelligence cooperation and trust among allies.

via CBS News|

#five-eyes #gabbard #intelligence

politics9 months ago•2 min saved

Gabbard Proposes 40-50% Staff Cuts at Top US Intelligence Agency

US Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard plans to reduce the Office of the Director of National Intelligence by 40% to improve efficiency and cut costs, while facing internal conflicts over politicization and leadership challenges.

via Bloomberg.com|

#cost-savings #gabbard #intelligence-reform

politics9 months ago•2 min saved

Gabbard Proposes Major Workforce Reductions at U.S. Intelligence Agency

Tulsi Gabbard announced a 40% reduction in the workforce and over $700 million in annual budget cuts at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, citing inefficiency and politicization, as part of broader efforts to reassess foreign threats and election security under the Trump administration.

via PBS|

#budget-cuts #election-security #gabbard

government9 months ago•4 min saved

Gabbard Proposes 40-50% Cuts to U.S. Intelligence Workforce to Cut Costs

Tulsi Gabbard announced a major overhaul of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, including cutting nearly 50% of staff, consolidating centers, and focusing on core intelligence functions to save over $700 million annually and improve efficiency, amidst bipartisan scrutiny and political controversy.

via ABC News|

#cost-savings #gabbard #government