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by James Meyers
February 12, 2025
Tulsi Gabbard was confirmed by the Senate on Wednesday to serve as director of national intelligence, the ex-Democrat turned Donald Trump supporter is now elevated to a cabinet-level position.
The Senate voted 52-48 to confirm the former Army Reserve lieutenant colonel, with Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) being the only Republican to vote against her, joining all Democrats in opposition of her.
It wasn’t an easy road for Gabbard, as she battled multiple combative hearings in the Senate.
“I think it’s fair to say that Ms. Gabbard’s nomination has generated a bit more interest and attention than do most nominees,” acknowledged Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) at the start of her confirmation hearing last month.
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