Gabbard, a military veteran and former Democratic congresswoman from Hawaii, was confirmed by a 52-48 vote.
Tulsi Gabbard speaks before the Senate Intelligence Committee for her confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington, D.C.WASHINGTON — The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence after Republicans who had initially questioned her experience and judgment fell in line behind her nomination.
Staffers at the CIA and other intelligence agencies have received buyout offers, while lawmakers and security experts have raised concerns about Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency accessing databases containing information about intelligence operations. McConnell, the former GOP leader, said in a statement after the vote that in his assessment, Gabbard brings “unnecessary risk” to the position.
“Is Ms. Gabbard really who Republicans want to lead intelligence agencies? I’ll bet not,” Schumer said.
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