Tulsi Gabbard's support for Edward Snowden questioned by Senate intelligence panel

30 Jan 2025, 14:52 by Joe Fisher · UPI

Jan. 30 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump's choice to direct U.S. intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, faced senators from both sides of the aisle who expressed concern about her support for Edward Snowden during a confirmation hearing Thursday.

Nine Republicans and eight Democrats make up the Senate Intelligence Committee. Republicans have largely been supportive of Trump's nominees to this point. Democrats have pushed back on some over a lack of experience, history of misconduct and affinity for conspiracy theories. Gabbard is expected to meet resistance from Democrats, as well.