Tulsi Gabbard claims Obama officials conspired against Donald Trump
- Tulsi Gabbard released declassified documents related to the 2016 election and alleged a conspiracy against Donald Trump.
- Gabbard's claims have been met with fierce opposition from Democrats and have been disputed by bipartisan investigations.
- The ongoing debates highlight the significant divisions regarding the narrative of Russian interference in U.S. elections.
In July 2025, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard declassified over 100 pages of documents regarding the intelligence community's assessments of Russian activities during the 2016 presidential election. These documents were marked as declassified on July 17, 2025, and included various communications and reports from the Obama administration period. Gabbard accused Obama officials of fabricating claims about Russian interference, presenting them as a "treasonous conspiracy" against Donald Trump, and stated she would refer the matter to the Department of Justice for potential criminal prosecution. In contrast, Democrats contested Gabbard's assertions, highlighting bipartisan investigations which concluded that Russia did indeed attempt to influence the election in 2016. The controversy fueled debates on the integrity of the intelligence community and the ongoing partisan tensions regarding the events of that election. Gabbard's actions have raised concerns about the impact on U.S. intelligence sharing with its partners, particularly within alliances like the Five Eyes, revealing potential diplomatic implications stemming from her statements.