Over 250 U.S. military veterans expressed their support for former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for the Director of National Intelligence, in a letter on Monday.
In a letter obtained by Fox News, the veterans said that the president-elect’s selection of Gabbard “reflects a profound recognition of her steadfast dedication to our nation and her unwavering commitment to safeguarding the American people.”
The veterans added, “While most Americans know Tulsi as a fearless and principled Congresswoman who stood up to entrenched political systems, we know her as a fellow veteran—one whose worldview was forged through the crucible of serving in combat zones and a lifelong devotion to service.”
Fox News reported that over 250 veterans signed the letter in support of Gabbard, including retired Gen. Michael Flynn, Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.), Rep. Eli Crane (R-Ariz.), former acting Secretary of Defense Chris Miller, and political commentator Jack Posobiec.
According to Fox News, Gabbard served with the Hawaii Army National Guard for roughly 17 years before serving as a lieutenant colonel in the Army Reserves, which she joined in 2021.
“As a Member of Congress and as a civilian, Tulsi has been a stalwart advocate for veterans’ health concerning toxic exposures and cancer care as a result of our fellow veterans’ military service,” the veterans wrote in Monday’s letter. “Tulsi’s life exemplifies a rare blend of selflessness, courage, and leadership—qualities desperately needed to reform and strengthen our intelligence community.”
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According to Fox News, Gabbard is visiting Capitol Hill this week to meet with members of the Senate Intelligence Committee and other Republican lawmakers ahead of her upcoming confirmation hearing. The outlet noted that Gabbard has faced accusations of being sympathetic to U.S. adversaries and has received backlash for previously meeting with former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad.
In response to the criticism against Gabbard, the veterans’ letter described the accusation as “baseless lies” spread by her opponents because they are “unable and unwilling to challenge the substance of her views.”
“We are appalled by the baseless attacks questioning Tulsi’s loyalty to our great nation. For over 20 years and across multiple combat deployments, Tulsi has risked her life to defend the safety, security and freedom of the American people,” the veterans wrote. “These attacks insult not only her, but every one of us Veterans who have served our country.”
The veterans also expressed gratitude toward Trump for appointing Gabbard to the “critical role” of the Director of National Intelligence.
“We are deeply grateful to President Trump for appointing Tulsi Gabbard to this critical role and proud to stand beside her – a leader whose courage and convictions we know firsthand,” the veterans stated. “A warrior whose vote cannot be bought, and whose integrity cannot be folded. We are honored to call her one of our own.”
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Source: American Military News Rephrased By: Trump Knows