(FreePressBeacon.com) – Winning a vital Senate vote despite Mitch McConnell’s opposition, President Donald Trump has seen his nominee Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as Director of National Intelligence.
See the tweet below!
Gabbard, an Iraq war veteran known for her skepticism of U.S. military intervention, has been confirmed as Director of National Intelligence with a 52 to 48 Senate vote.
Her appointment, driven by President Trump, has stirred controversy across the political spectrum.
The Senate confirmed Gabbard, with the vote split mostly along party lines. Remarkably, Mitch McConnell was the only Republican to vote against her, while no Democrats backed her nomination.
In response, Gabbard is set to oversee an expansive network of 18 U.S. spy agencies.
Mainstream media, often critical of conservative figures, has highlighted Gabbard’s past interactions with Syria’s Bashar al-Assad and her controversial remarks pivoting towards Russia.
Critics include political figures like Senator Dick Durbin, who accused her of defending despots and traitors.
Despite harsh criticism, Gabbard vows to streamline the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, aligning with Republican goals to decrease government oversize.
Her confirmation marks a significant victory for President Trump, who supports her “fearless spirit” and aims to expedite Senate confirmations.
“In my assessment, Tulsi Gabbard failed to demonstrate that she is prepared to assume this tremendous national trust,” Mitch McConnell declared, cited by The BBC.
Gabbard has faced grilling over her views on government surveillance.
She surprised many by taking a moderate stance on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act’s Section 702, calling it a crucial tool.
Her nuanced position on Edward Snowden underscores her complex views on government surveillance.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune lauded Gabbard as a “patriot” committed to reorienting the intelligence community.
Her former opponent, Susan Collins, switched to support her after satisfactory hearing responses.
However, Democrat Chuck Schumer criticized her, questioning her qualifications.
“There’s nobody like her for this job,” President Trump said, cited by CBS News.
Now officially sworn in at the White House, Gabbard steps into a pivotal role during unprecedented times.
BREAKING:
Mitch McConnell was the ONLY Republican NO vote on Tulsi Gabbard.
He has stated he will also vote NO on RFK & Kash Patel.
Trump won Kentucky by 31.
Mitch is breaking his OATH to his constituents to vote for their interests.
Mitch McConnell is is a piece of SH*T. pic.twitter.com/8vXforjf1w
— Mila Joy (@MilaLovesJoe) February 12, 2025
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