Lt. Col. Tarsi Gabbard was confirmed by the US Senator as the next Director of National Intelligence (DNI) in his 14th Cabinet victory since President Donald Trump re-entered the country on Wednesday morning.
The former Democrat Hawaii state legislator won 52-48 votes, with Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell (KY) joining the Democrat against her.
Shortly before the final vote, Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) I said He is “prideful” by saying that all Democrats voted against her and claimed she “reflects Russian propaganda.”
Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) is one of Gabbard's most vocal supporters in the Senate, and prior to the vote, she has “experienced to keep our people safe and secure.” He says he is there.
Gabbard's Newsweek's February 3rd Opinion Piece It is listed Her 4 Days Priority:
First, biases are made to assess the global threat environment, identify where intelligence gaps exist, integrate intelligence elements, increase intelligence sharing, and support decision-making for President Trump and policymakers. Ensure that no, non-political, objective collection and analysis is ensured.
Secondly, I will end the politicization of ICs and realize President Trump's commitment to Americans to focus on the essential mission of ICs that secure our country.
Third, we will rebuild trust in our intelligence community through transparency and accountability.
Finally, we assess and address the efficiency, redundancy, and effectiveness of the overall ODNI.
Her confirmation vote, which was scheduled to take place after midnight last night, was scheduled this morning after a snowstorm struck Washington, DC.
“If confirmed as DNI, I will do my best to fulfill this mission and bring leadership to the intelligence news community with a laser focused on our essential mission,” the lieutenant colonel wrote before voting. Ta. “The mission is clear: it is to ensure the safety, security and freedom of the American people.”
When playing cards announcement Gabbard, his choice to lead the ODNI in November, praised her for fighting for “freedom for our country and all Americans” and for the transition to Republican Party.
“As a former candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination, she has broad support in both parties. She is now a proud Republican!”
The president added that Gabbard would “bring the fearless spirit that defined her illustrious career to the intelligence reporting community, defending the constitutional rights of Americans.
