Tammy Duckworth calls Tulsi Gabbard compromised and unqualified for intelligence role
- Tammy Duckworth appeared on CNN's 'State of the Union' and criticized Tulsi Gabbard's selection for Director of National Intelligence.
- Duckworth pointed out Gabbard's controversial support for a Syrian dictator and noted concerns raised by the U.S. intelligence community.
- She concluded that Gabbard is compromised and lacks the background necessary for the role.
In a recent appearance on CNN's 'State of the Union', Senator Tammy Duckworth expressed serious concerns about former Representative Tulsi Gabbard, who has been selected by President-elect Donald Trump as Director of National Intelligence. Duckworth criticized Gabbard's support for the Syrian regime and her controversial views on U.S. intelligence operations. She highlighted that Gabbard has faced accusations of being a Russian asset, stating that U.S. intelligence has noted troubling relationships she holds with adversaries of America. Duckworth also questioned Gabbard's qualifications, pointing out her limited military experience in intelligence roles. Ultimately, Duckworth concluded that Gabbard may not prioritize American interests in her actions as part of the intelligence community.