During the confirmation hearing for Tulsi Gabbard as the next director of national intelligence, she received a round of applause from the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. Gabbard faced a series of tough questions from both Republicans and Democrats, particularly regarding her previous support of Edward Snowden. Despite pressure, she refrained from labeling Snowden as a traitor.
Senators from both sides of the aisle also raised concerns about Gabbard's past positions on Iran, Syria, and Russia. These inquiries shed light on the complexities of her foreign policy views and how they might influence her role as the director of national intelligence.
