The turbulent 15 months of Trump’s unlikely US intelligence director
Tulsi Gabbard's tenure as the US director of national intelligence ended after 15 months marked by controversy and political maneuvering. Initially an unconventional choice, Gabbard's actions often aligned with Donald Trump's agenda, despite her differing views on foreign intervention. Her resignation followed a period of being sidelined from key national security discussions, highlighting the challenges she faced in the role.
- ▪Tulsi Gabbard resigned as director of national intelligence after 15 months in office.
- ▪She was an unconventional choice for the role, lacking a notable intelligence background.
- ▪Gabbard's actions often appeared to flatter Trump's agenda, despite her differing political views.
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Tulsi Gabbard at a Senate intelligence committee hearing in Washington DC on 18 March. Photograph: Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenTulsi Gabbard at a Senate intelligence committee hearing in Washington DC on 18 March. Photograph: Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesTrump administrationAnalysisThe turbulent 15 months of Trump’s unlikely US intelligence directorCate Brown in WashingtonOver 15 months, the ex-Democrat without an intelligence background took actions seemingly meant to flatter TrumpFri 22 May 2026 17.19 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 17.26 EDTShareTulsi Gabbard’s tumultuous 15-month tenure as the US’s top intelligence official ended Friday, when Gabbard submitted her resignation as director of national intelligence.Gabbard was an unconventional choice for the role,…
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