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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence

Summary

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the US director of national intelligence because her husband has been diagnosed with bone cancer. President Donald Trump praised her work and named Aaron Lukas to take over temporarily.

Key Facts

  • Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down from her intelligence role on June 30.
  • Her resignation is due to her husband’s serious bone cancer diagnosis.
  • Gabbard said she wants to support her husband through his health challenges.
  • President Trump said Gabbard did a great job and will be missed.
  • Aaron Lukas, the deputy director, will act as director after she leaves.
  • Gabbard was confirmed as director shortly after Trump returned to office in 2025.
  • She was a strong supporter of President Trump during his 2024 campaign.
  • Gabbard’s job involved coordinating many intelligence agencies and advising the president.
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