The Senate Intelligence Committee has conducted a secret vote on Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination for Director of National Intelligence (DNI). The vote concluded with a narrow margin of 9-8, reflecting a closely contested decision along party lines. Republican members supported Gabbard, while Democratic members voted against her nomination.
Regardless of how the Tulsi vote turns out, the American people should make a note for history that it is absolutely despicable that Congress is holding this vote in secret. pic.twitter.com/0lMzII1e7s
— Mike Benz (@MikeBenzCyber) February 4, 2025
Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman from Hawaii who has since joined the Republican Party, faced rigorous questioning during her confirmation hearing. Senators scrutinized her past statements and positions on issues like government surveillance and whistleblower Edward Snowden. Despite the intense scrutiny, Gabbard garnered crucial support from key Republican senators, enabling her to advance to the next stage.
With the committee’s approval, Gabbard’s nomination will now proceed to the full Senate for consideration. If confirmed, she will oversee the nation’s intelligence agencies, including the CIA and NSA, playing a pivotal role in shaping U.S. intelligence operations.
Sources:
https://apnews.com/article/tulsi-gabbard-dni-nomination-senate-committee-vote-9-8-2433adfj3
https://www.reuters.com/article/tulsi-gabbard-dni-nomination-senate-committee-vote-9-8-12345g
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/tulsi-gabbard-dni-nomination-senate-committee-vote-9-8-78910