In a CNN interview, Maggie Haberman discussed President Donald Trump's disregard for the intelligence community's assessment regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities. During an exchange with anchor Kaitlan Collins, Trump outright rejected Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's evaluation that claimed Iran was not progressing towards building a nuclear weapon. Haberman noted it was striking how Trump confidently expressed his belief that Iran was very close to obtaining one, despite a lack of new information that could substantiate that claim. This dismissal reflects a broader trend of Trump's skepticism towards established intelligence assessments.
"He was publicly dismissive... This is what I think. You asked him about his opinion. He made very clear his opinion."
"It was notable to see how dismissive... President Trump was, of that analysis from the intelligence community."
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