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Tulsi Gabbard Revokes 37 Security Clearances, Sparks Controversy

9/22/2025

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Gabbard Revokes Clearances

Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, revoked 37 security clearances without White House notification, alarming Trump's advisers.
The list included key CIA officials and two Democratic congressional staffers, raising separation-of-powers concerns.
Advisers view Gabbard's actions as a misstep amid Trump's distrust of the intelligence community.
A senior official claims Gabbard acted on Trump's directive to remove officials tied to 2016 Russia assessments.
Gabbard asserts her actions aimed to hold accountable those who misused their clearances.

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Gabbard Advocates Truth

At a memorial for Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, Tulsi Gabbard urged attendees to embody his warrior spirit for truth and freedom.
She criticized educational institutions for suppressing debate and promoting the notion that "words are violence," advocating for open discourse.
Gabbard called for a collective effort to uphold Kirk's values, encouraging attendees to "sharpen our weapons of truth."
Her remarks highlight her alignment with conservative principles amid ongoing controversies.

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Gabbard Revokes Clearances

Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, revoked 37 security clearances without White House notification, alarming Trump's advisers.
The list included key CIA officials and two Democratic congressional staffers, raising separation-of-powers concerns.
Advisers view Gabbard's actions as a misstep amid Trump's distrust of the intelligence community.
A senior official claims Gabbard acted on Trump's directive to remove officials tied to 2016 Russia assessments.
Gabbard asserts her actions aimed to hold accountable those who misused their clearances.

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