Published: Nov 15, 2024, 06:25 IST | Updated: Nov 15, 2024, 06:25 IST
President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Tulsi Gabbard as the chief of U.S. intelligence has caused a stir within the national security community, raising fears that the extensive intelligence apparatus may become more politicized. Trump’s appointment of Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman with limited intelligence expertise who is perceived as lenient toward Russia and Syria, is one of several key choices that indicate he might be valuing loyalty over qualifications as he puts together his team for a second term.