Tulsi Gabbard's Nomination for Director of National Intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard seeks to address concerns about her nomination for director of national intelligence by explaining why she did not call Edward Snowden a traitor. She emphasized the importance of whistleblowers and oversight in the intelligence community.
Key Points
- Importance of protecting whistleblowers like Edward Snowden
- Establishing direct hotline for whistleblowers if confirmed as DNI
- Commitment to oversight and security clearance reform in intelligence community
Pros
- Advocates for whistleblower protection and oversight in the intelligence community
- Supports proper oversight to prevent illegal intelligence collection programs
Cons
- Some Republicans unsettled by her refusal to call Edward Snowden a traitor