Poll Reveals Concerns Over Obama’s National Security Team
A recent survey indicates that 54% of voters in the U.S. suspect that members of former President Barack Obama’s national security team are likely to have committed crimes by spreading misleading information regarding Donald Trump’s ties to Russia.
Conducted by Rasmussen, the poll surveyed 1,172 voters nationwide, asking several key questions. Some examples include:
- How closely do you monitor recent news about national security investigations tied to the Obama administration?
- A report from the Director of National Intelligence claims that Obama’s national security team fabricated intelligence to foster false narratives about Russia and Trump. How probable do you think it is that these officials engaged in serious wrongdoing during this process?
- Do you agree or disagree with the statement that accountability is essential for the survival of our country concerning these actions?
The results showed that among those who believe Obama’s team is “highly likely” to have committed a serious crime, 37% rated it as “very likely.” Meanwhile, 41% disagreed, with 28% asserting that the situation doesn’t apply at all.
“86% of Republicans, 59% of Democrats, and 62% of independent voters concur with Gabbard’s assertion that it’s crucial for those committing such offenses to face accountability,” reported the Rasmussen analysis.
Furthermore, over 69% of survey respondents echoed the need for accountability regarding these actions. This sentiment aligns closely with views expressed by National Intelligence Director Tarsi Gabbard.
This poll followed a White House press briefing on July 23, where Gabbard, alongside press secretary Caroline Leavitt, summarized findings from the House Intelligence Committee’s 2020 report.
In her remarks, Gabbard emphasized the broader implications of these findings, stating, “The dramatic revelations released today should alarm all Americans. This transcends party lines; it’s about the integrity of our Democratic Republic.”
A press release from Gabbard’s office asserted there is “overwhelming evidence” demonstrating a sustained effort to undermine President Trump.
“Obama officials have shared misleading statements with the media, alleging that Russia sought to interfere through cyber means, possibly affecting the election’s outcome,” the press release noted.
When questioned about whether these findings might implicate the former president in criminal activities, Gabbard confirmed that all relevant documents had been forwarded to the Department of Justice and the FBI for investigation related to potential misconduct involving Obama and his administration. She pointed out, “The evidence we’ve gathered points directly to President Obama, who led this information assessment’s development.”
“Today’s information reveals a troubling conspiracy enacted by staff at the highest levels of government in 2016,” Gabbard continued. “This gross misuse of power and clear disregard for our Constitution endangers the very foundation of our Democratic Republic. Everyone involved in this conspiracy, no matter how influential, must be thoroughly investigated and held accountable.”
