
Gabbard defends independence ahead of intelligence director hearing
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Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is set to address her political detractors during her upcoming confirmation hearing for Director of National Intelligence, where she plans to emphasize her unwavering independence and dedication to national security.
According to advance excerpts of her opening statement, Gabbard will emphasize how President Trump’s victory signals the American people’s desire to reform the intelligence community.
“President Trump’s reelection is a clear mandate from the American people to break this cycle of failure, end the weaponization and politicization of the IC, and begin to restore trust in those who have been charged with the critical task of securing our nation. If confirmed as DNI, I will fulfill this mandate and bring leadership to the intelligence community with a laser like focus on our essential mission: ensuring the safety, security and freedom of the American people.”
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— Tom Cotton (@SenTomCotton) January 30, 2025
Drawing from her extensive military background as an Army National Guard lieutenant colonel and her congressional experience, Gabbard will highlight her unique qualifications for the role.
“My experiences on the battlefield and in the halls of Congress have given me a deep understanding of the complex challenges our nation faces. I’ve been a consumer of intelligence as a member of congress and a member of our armed forces for over two decades. I know first-hand how essential accurate, unbiased and timely intelligence is – to the President, to Congress, and to our warfighters – and the heavy cost of intelligence failures and abuses.”
In response to ongoing criticism from her opponents, particularly those on the left who have accused her of being sympathetic to dictators, Gabbard plans to address these allegations head-on.
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“The truth is: what really upsets my political opponents is my consistent record of independence, regardless of political affiliation, and my refusal to be anyone’s puppet. You know who else is committed to defending our country and reforming Washington with a fierce and unparalleled independence, President Donald J. Trump who ran and won with a mandate for change this November.”
Emphasizing her commitment to service, Gabbard will remind the Senate Intelligence Committee of her long-standing dedication to the nation.
“My life is a testament of the truth of my loyalty to God, country and the Constitution. If confirmed as Director of National Intelligence, I will continue to live by the oath I have sworn at least eight times in my life both in uniform and as a civilian: to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic, and I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same.”
The confirmation hearing is expected to face significant opposition from Democratic committee members, who are anticipated to challenge Gabbard’s record and qualifications extensively.