The Senate Intelligence Committee might be on the brink of quietly torpedoing Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation as Director of National Intelligence (DNI), keeping the American people completely in the dark about how their senators voted. If true, this move would not only be undemocratic but a clear betrayal of the trust placed in elected officials.
Reports have surfaced that Senator Susan Collins (R-ME), a Republican in name only (RINO) to many conservatives, could be a critical obstacle for Gabbard’s confirmation. Collins has raised concerns over Gabbard’s stance on Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), a provision allowing the government to spy on foreign targets without a warrant. The issue? This controversial program has been repeatedly abused to violate Americans’ Fourth Amendment rights, something Gabbard has vocally opposed.
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Gabbard, a former Democrat turned independent, previously introduced legislation to repeal Section 702 entirely, citing its unconstitutional overreach. She’s since worked to reassure senators of her commitment to national security while standing firm on protecting civil liberties. However, Collins’ skepticism places her in a powerful position, as the Senate Intelligence Committee’s vote is narrowly divided along party lines at 9-8. Gabbard cannot afford even a single Republican defection.
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