The Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as the Director of National Intelligence in a tight 52-48 vote on Wednesday morning. This significant decision saw Republican Senator Mitch McConnell from Kentucky joining all Democrats in opposition. The role is crucial as it oversees and coordinates more than a dozen U.S. intelligence agencies, including the FBI and the CIA.
During her confirmation hearing, Gabbard was scrutinized by senators over various issues. Notably, she faced questions about her 2017 meeting with the then-President of Syria, Bashar al-Assad. Additionally, her past statements regarding Russia and her support for National Security Agency whistleblower Edward Snowden were brought into discussion.
Gabbard is known for her antiwar views, which some critics interpret as being sympathetic to Moscow. Her background as an Iraq War veteran and a U.S. Army Reserve officer adds depth to her profile. Formerly a Democratic congresswoman representing Hawaii from 2013 to 2021, she made headlines by joining the Republican Party and endorsing Donald Trump for president last year.
Curious about how your senators voted on Gabbard's confirmation? Take a look at the detailed voting breakdown provided in the table below.
