White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed a question regarding Senator Mitch McConnell's vote against Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as director of national intelligence. She characterized Russia under President Putin as a competitor and sometimes an adversary. Leavitt expressed disappointment in Republicans like McConnell who oppose President Biden's qualified Cabinet nominees, contrasting this with unwavering Democratic support. She underscored the administration's belief in strong diplomacy while maintaining a firm stance on national interests and competence in leadership roles.
"I believe this nation views Putin and Russia as a great competitor in the region, at times an adversary. But as the president has said as well, he enjoys having good diplomatic relationships with leaders around the world."
"We think that we're greatly disappointed in any Republican who chooses willfully to vote against the president's exceptionally qualified Cabinet nominees and picks to lead his America First administration."
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