Vice President J.D. Vance came to Tulsi Gabbard’s defense after CBS host Margaret Brennan challenged her nomination to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
In a recent interview, Brennan pointed to critical editorials from traditionally conservative outlets like The Wall Street Journal and National Review, which questioned Gabbard’s past positions on figures like Edward Snowden and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Vance wasn’t having it. He brushed off the critiques, saying those publications have “lost relevance” and emphasized that it’s the American people—not media elites—who decide who gets to serve in a presidential administration.
Vance praised Gabbard’s military service and clean track record, arguing she’s the right person to help rebuild public trust in U.S. intelligence agencies, which he claimed have become too politicized. Despite Brennan pressing him on the matter, Vance stood his ground, stressing Gabbard’s experience and qualifications.
Gabbard is expected to be confirmed, with Senators Lisa Murkowski and Bill Cassidy signaling their support.
