In a presser at the White House yesterday, Tulsi presented the contents of the HPSCI report without context, focusing closely on a section that cites a cherrypicked selection of Russian intelligence reports purportedly based on documents stolen from Democrats.
Gabbard stated that she has not seen any evidence suggesting Jeffrey Epstein was connected to intelligence agencies, asking to see credible evidence if it arises.
The classified version includes more discussion of the confidence levels. 'We have high confidence in this assessment [that both SVR and GRU hacked political targets]...' This indicates a strong basis for the assessment, differing from public release nuances.
"You’re in the thing now. This is what these people have to stop doing. I understand that you’re going against the deep state. Get her out of here... Stop this fucking footsie with the bullshit here."
If they screw these two people and they don't get confirmed, it is a flesh wound for the Trump administration. There will be consequences.