Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for Director of National Intelligence advanced by Senate committee, facing scrutiny for past meetings with Assad and support for Snowden. Endorsed by some Republicans but faced hesitancy from others. Elon Musk criticized Senator Young but later reconciled.
Key Points
Nomination advanced 9-8 along party lines
Endorsed by Sen. Mike Rounds
Impressed some Republicans on the Intel committee with her answers
Faced questions on past issues during confirmation process
Pros
Tulsi Gabbard's nomination advanced by Senate Intelligence Committee
Received endorsements from some Republicans
Promises to bring fresh perspective to national security
Cons
Scrutiny over past meetings with Assad and support for Snowden