Tulsi Gabbard Sworn in as Director of National Intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard sworn in as Director of National Intelligence by President Donald Trump, despite concerns over her past comments and experiences. She promises to refocus the intelligence community in line with Trump's vision.
Key Points
- Confirmed by Senate with slim Republican majority
- Promises to rein in the scope of the agency
- Republican senators initially concerned but won over by promise to refocus on core missions
Pros
- Confirmed by the Senate with a 52-48 vote
- Promises to refocus the intelligence community
- Military veteran and former Democratic congresswoman
Cons
- Unconventional pick due to past comments sympathetic to Russia and meeting with Assad
- Lack of formal intelligence experience
- Controversial past stances on Snowden, Syria, and Russia