President-elect Donald Trump has named former Hawaii congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as his pick for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), a selection that has generated both bipartisan praise and criticism. In his announcement on Wednesday, Trump praised Gabbard as a long-time advocate for U.S. interests and freedoms, noting her military experience and unique political background. Trump emphasized that Gabbard, who once ran for the Democratic presidential nomination before later joining the Republican Party, is well-positioned to bring a fresh perspective to the nation’s intelligence community.
“Tulsi has fought tirelessly for our country, both in uniform and. . .