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Gabbard Faces Scrutiny Amid Kent's Counterterrorism Resignation

3/18/2026

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National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard faces scrutiny after Joe Kent resigns as head of the National Center for Counterterrorism over the Iran war.
Kent cited a lack of imminent Iranian threat as his reason to resign.
Gabbard will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee about President Donald Trump's military actions against Iran.
Analysts say she must balance defending actions and her principles, having endorsed Trump in 2024.

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National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard faces scrutiny after Joe Kent resigns as head of the National Center for Counterterrorism over the Iran war.
Kent cited a lack of imminent Iranian threat as his reason to resign.
Gabbard will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee about President Donald Trump's military actions against Iran.
Analysts say she must balance defending actions and her principles, having endorsed Trump in 2024.