Gabbard Defies Trump: 'Refuse to Be Their Puppet' in Hailed Confirmation Hearing Performance
Tulsi Gabbard faced a grueling confirmation hearing as President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, with senators questioning her experience and views on key issues. The hearing highlighted her tough stance against being controlled by politicians, saying she 'refuse[d] to be their puppet'.
President Donald Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, faced an hourslong hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday, fielding a bevy of questions relating to her qualifications and stance on sensitive topics. During the confirmation hearing, Gabbard reportedly refused to be seen as President Trump's 'puppet' and instead emphasized her own views on national security matters. The committee questioned her experience with foreign policy and intelligence operations, with some senators expressing concerns about her suitability for the role. Ultimately, details of the hearing were not released publicly due to its classified nature.
