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Democrats and Republicans in Congress worried that Gabbard might leak to Assad regime


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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, December 9th 2024 at 20:20 GMT by NBC News   Print publication without navigation

  • When she arrived in Congress, Tulsi Gabbard was seen as a rising Democratic star. But over time, her views on Russia and Syria shocked, puzzled and alarmed her colleagues.

The article from NBC News discusses concerns among both Democrats and Republicans in Congress regarding Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's potential access to classified information due to her recent comments and actions. Gabbard, who has been critical of U.S. involvement in Ukraine and has met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, has raised alarms about her possible influence on national security. Her statements questioning the narrative around the war in Ukraine and her interactions with Russian officials have led to worries that she might leak sensitive information or be susceptible to foreign influence. This has prompted discussions on Capitol Hill about the implications of her security clearance, with some lawmakers expressing unease about her continued access to classified briefings. The situation underscores the tension between free speech and national security, especially in the context of ongoing geopolitical conflicts.

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