Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer made an impassioned plea to Republican senators to oppose Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as director of national intelligence, citing concerns over her potential impact on national security. Despite Schumer's efforts and recognition of the need for bipartisan opposition, Gabbard was ultimately confirmed with minimal Republican dissent. He expressed disappointment over the GOP’s lack of support against what he deemed a dangerous choice for America's intelligence operations, highlighting the challenges in opposing nominations within a partisan landscape.
My guess is, if a secret ballot were cast on Tulsi Gabbard, maybe she'd get ten votes. You all know how bad she is.
There are certain times you have to buck and stand up and say No, this is just a very bad choice for America.
I plead with my colleagues...to think twice, to vote no, as we all will vote, because this is such an awful nomination.
The nomination of Ms. Gabbard is simply one of those who will endanger our national security and our intelligence operations.
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