Tulsi Gabbard Tapped As Director Of National Intelligence, Sparking Debate Over Her NATO Criticisms And Limited Experience In The Field

President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence has sparked concerns due to her controversial past statements and limited intelligence experience. Gabbard, an Army Reserve lieutenant colonel, has criticized NATO while questioning U.S. intelligence on Syrian chemical attacks. Critics voiced skepticism about her qualifications and objectivity, citing concerns that she may filter intelligence to align with Trump’s views. Gabbard would oversee the $100 billion intelligence budget and hold significant declassification authority amid ongoing challenges from Russia, China, and emerging technologies.