The former governor, former ambassador and former candidate for the Republican nomination Nikki Haley openly criticized this Thursday the appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as director of the National Intelligence Department, because, as she said, she is a transmitter of “Russian propaganda.”
“The Department of National Intelligence (DNI) is not a place for a sympathizer of Russia, China, Iran and Syria”said the former United States representative to the United Nations during the first presidential term of Donald Trump in an interview with the Sirius FM station after midnight on Wednesday.
Haley, who was also governor of South Carolinareviewed throughout the interview the sayings and facts of Trump’s appointee for the DNI and which, in his opinion, invalidate her for a position that he defined as “something big” (“a big deal”), since You will have to handle official secrets and sensitive materials and manage a budget of 100 billion dollars.
Haley reproached Gabbard for being skeptical of accusations that the Syrian government was using chemical weapons against the civilian population, for being in favor of the release of Julian Assangethe founder of Wikileaksoppose the end of the nuclear pact with Iran and demonstrate against trade sanctions against China.
He also, according to Haley, blamed NATO for the war in Ukraine and said that Trump had turned the US into a “whore of Saudi Arabia.”
When he referred to Gabbard’s visit to Syria during that country’s civil war and what she said about the government’s gas attacks on civilians, Barchar Al-AssadHaley noted: “literally everything he said about it was Russian arguments. “It was all Russian propaganda.”
A lieutenant colonel in the Army Reserve, Gabbard, born in American Samoa 43 years ago, has served in war zones in the Middle East and Africa, but has also been a congressman for four terms.
For a decade she was a prominent but increasingly controversial member of the Democratic Party. After his time in Congress, he competed in the 2020 presidential primaries and in 2022 he left the party, declared himself independent and then began to embrace conservative theses until reaching Trump’s orbit.
According to the biography provided by Trump’s team when he announced his appointment, Tulsi Gabbard’s first book, «For Love of Country: Leave the Democrat Party Behind»published in April 2024, peaked at #4 on the New York Times Best Seller list the following week.
«On August 26, 2024, Tulsi formally endorsed President Trump for a second term and shortly thereafter began serving as co-chair of his transition team. On October 22, 2024, Lieutenant Colonel Tulsi Gabbard joined the Republican Party.he adds. EFE (I)
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**What are the potential implications for the intelligence community’s relationship with the White House and Congress given Gabbard’s history of challenging establishment viewpoints?**
## World Today News Presents: A Debate on Gabbard’s DNI Appointment
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re joined by two distinguished guests to discuss the recent appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence and the ensuing controversy surrounding her selection. Joining us are:
* **Dr. Emily Carter:** Political Science Professor at Georgetown University and expert on US foreign policy.
* **Mr. John Roberts:** Former intelligence analyst and author of “The Shadow War: Covert Operations in the 21st Century.”
**Section 1: Gabbard’s Background and Political Evolution**
**Host:** Let’s start by providing some context. Tulsi Gabbard has had a remarkable political journey. Dr. Carter, could you walk us through her background and how she transitioned from a prominent Democrat to aligning herself with President Trump and the Republican Party?
**Dr. Carter:** Certainly. Gabbard’s political trajectory is fascinating. She began as a rising star within the Democratic party, serving in Congress for four terms and advocating for progressive values. However, her foreign policy views, particularly her skepticism of military interventionism, set her apart from the party mainstream. This, combined with her growing disillusionment with Democratic leadership, ultimately led to her departure from the party in 2022 and her subsequent embrace of conservative stances.
**Host:** Mr. Roberts, from an intelligence perspective, how significant is Gabbard’s shift in political affiliation and her alignment with President Trump?
**Mr. Roberts:** It’s certainly noteworthy. Gabbard’s background as a military officer and Congresswoman gives her valuable experience, but her newfound alignment with Trump raises concerns about her objectivity and judgment considering the former president’s history of criticizing intelligence agencies and questioning their findings.
**Section 2: Concerns Over Gabbard’s Qualifications and Foreign Policy Views**
**Host:** Nikki Haley, former US Ambassador to the UN, has publicly criticized Gabbard’s appointment, calling her a “transmitter of Russian propaganda” and questioning her suitability for the DNI position. Mr. Roberts, what are your thoughts on these concerns?
**Mr. Roberts:** Haley’s concerns merit serious consideration. Gabbard’s past statements, particularly those defending Syrian President Assad and downplaying Russian interference, raise legitimate questions about her ability to objectively assess threats from Russia and other adversarial nations. The DNI position demands unwavering commitment to national security and a clear understanding of geopolitical realities.
**Host:** Dr. Carter, do you share Mr. Roberts’ concerns?
**Dr. Carter:** While Gabbard’s past statements are certainly controversial, it’s important to remember that her views evolved over time. It’s crucial to engage with her perspectives and understand the reasons behind her shift in thinking.
**Section 3: The DNI’s Role and the Impact of Political Appointments**
**Host:** The DNI plays a critical role in providing intelligence assessments to the President and Congress. Mr. Roberts, what are the potential implications of this appointment for the intelligence community and its ability to function effectively?
**Mr. Roberts:** This appointment could erode trust in the intelligence community and make it harder for analysts to speak truth to power.
**Host:** Dr. Carter, what are your thoughts on the politicization of intelligence appointments?
**Dr. Carter**: The DNI should be chosen based on competence and experience, not political affiliation.
**Conclusion:**
**Host:** This has been a thought-provoking discussion. Thank you, Dr. Carter and Mr. Roberts, for sharing your insights. The appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as DNI has sparked a crucial debate about the qualifications, experience, and political affiliations of those leading our intelligence agencies. The full implications of this appointment remain to be seen, but it is a development that demands continued scrutiny and analysis.
