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For Ocasio-Cortez, the underlying issue with Gabbard seems to be rooted not in foreign policy facts, but in personal politics. It’s not just that Gabbard opposes endless military interventions; it’s that she has publicly broken with the Democrats and endorsed Trump, a betrayal that Ocasio-Cortez cannot stomach.
Gabbard’s path to the GOP was driven by her deep disillusionment with the Democratic Party’s abandonment of traditional values and its embrace of “woke” ideologies. As a decorated Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army, having served in Iraq, Gabbard’s experience and understanding of military strategy give her a distinct perspective that contrasts sharply with the left-wing hawks in Congress.
Her decision to join the Republican Party, endorse Donald Trump, and serve as one of his key surrogates on the campaign trail was a move that only further ignited liberal outrage. Trump recognized her unique qualifications, appointing Gabbard to serve as his Director of National Intelligence.
In this role, Gabbard’s top priority is to ensure that intelligence is used to protect America, not to perpetuate political agendas. Her stance is clear: She stands for Trump’s “America First” foreign policy, which rejects the deep state’s manipulation of intelligence for partisan gain. This is where she is most dangerous in Ocasio-Cortez’s eyes—Gabbard isn’t simply an independent thinker; she’s a threat to the established order.
Ocasio-Cortez’s criticism of Gabbard is ironic, considering her own track record on foreign policy. Gabbard has long opposed U.S. involvement in the wars in Syria and Ukraine, advocating for a more restrained and strategic approach. Her criticism of these conflicts is grounded in a belief that America should not be dragged into endless wars with no clear end in sight.
However, when Ocasio-Cortez claims Gabbard is “pro-war,” what she’s really accusing Gabbard of is supporting Israel’s right to defend itself—an issue that has created a sharp divide between the left and the right. This became particularly clear when Gabbard commemorated the one-year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel, posting on Instagram to condemn the violence. “Hamas’s horrific attack against Israel one year ago today that took the lives of approximately 1,200 Israelis at a music concert and in their homes, is a stark reminder of the ongoing short and long term threat of Islamist terrorism,” Gabbard wrote.
In her post, Gabbard articulated her belief that Islamist terrorism must be confronted both ideologically and militarily, and she criticized those who failed to acknowledge this reality. She also took aim at Vice President Kamala Harris for her reluctance to call out “radical Islamic terrorism.”
“Harris refuses to utter the words ‘radical Islamist terrorism’ because she is afraid of her supporters labeling her an Islamophobe,” Gabbard argued. “Her open border policies have invited Islamist terrorists into our country, unchecked. She cannot be trusted to defeat this threat, defend our freedom, and keep the American people safe.”
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So, why is Ocasio-Cortez so vehemently opposed to Tulsi Gabbard? It’s simple: Gabbard’s decision to leave the Democratic Party, reject the left’s progressive agenda, and endorse Donald Trump is a direct challenge to everything Ocasio-Cortez stands for. For the progressive left, betrayal is often more unforgivable than any policy disagreement.
Gabbard’s influence, particularly within conservative circles, only continues to grow as she stands by her principles. Her commitment to defending America’s interests while rejecting the deep state’s manipulation has made her a critical ally to Trump—and a formidable opponent to those on the left who still adhere to the status quo.
The more Ocasio-Cortez attacks, the stronger Gabbard’s case becomes. It’s clear: The left’s outrage is not about war or peace, but about power and betrayal. And Tulsi Gabbard is proving to be a thorn in their side.
