Overview
- The Guardian reported Thursday that Trump has asked Cabinet members in recent weeks whether to replace Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.
- He has voiced anger that she protected former National Counterterrorism Center chief Joe Kent, who resigned and argued the Iran war lacked an imminent threat.
- Following her worldwide threats testimony last month, Trump offered only lukewarm confidence on Sunday.
- White House communications director Steven Cheung said the president has confidence in Gabbard and praised her work.
- Advisers told reporters there is no clear successor and warned that opening a top intelligence post during an active war could create political and security risks.