Tulsi Gabbard nominated as Trump's Director of National Intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to be the Director of National Intelligence. This marks a significant shift in her political alignment, as she previously criticized Trump and his foreign policy. Gabbard, who served in the Army and was a Democratic representative, has changed her party affiliation multiple times. She left the Democratic Party in 2022, calling it an "elitist cabal," and has since embraced conservative views, including support for Trump. Her nomination has raised concerns due to her past positions on foreign leaders and her defense of whistleblowers like Julian Assange and Edward Snowden. Gabbard's confirmation will require Senate approval, and her experience in intelligence oversight is under scrutiny.