Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence
Senators voted 52-48 to confirm Gabbard, with Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) joining all 47 Democrats in opposition.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as director of national intelligence, overcoming skepticism
The former lawmaker faced questions about her level of experience and past comments about autocratic leaders, but ultimately the Senate confirmed her on Wednesday afternoon.
Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as next U.S. spy chief
Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump’s pick for director of national intelligence, won over Senate Republicans who were skeptical about her past statements.
Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard to be director of national intelligence. Follow live updates.
Wednesday’s 52-48 vote fell along mostly party lines, with Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky the only Republican to join ...