Tulsi Gabbard on Russiagate Hoax Evidence and How She’s Reforming Politicized Intelligence Agencies

Overview

Tulsi Gabbard, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, discusses her efforts to reform politicized intelligence agencies, the implications of the Russiagate hoax, and broader issues like foreign policy, drug cartels, and her political evolution.

Notable Quotes

- If you control information, you control intelligence, then you can control an outcome. - Tulsi Gabbard, on the dangers of politicized intelligence.

- If they're not a terrorist organization, please tell me what one is. - Jason Calacanis, on drug cartels and their impact on American society.

- We created something that wasn’t there. - Tulsi Gabbard, quoting James Clapper on intelligence manipulation during the Iraq War.

🕵️‍♂️ The Russiagate Hoax and Politicized Intelligence

- Tulsi Gabbard revealed declassified documents showing how intelligence was manipulated to undermine Trump’s presidency, including the use of the Steele dossier, which was deemed unreliable even by CIA officials.

- She detailed how intelligence assessments were altered post-2016 election to fit a narrative that Russia interfered to help Trump win, despite prior reports showing no evidence of such interference.

- David Sacks highlighted how career intelligence staff objected to the politicized assessments, but leadership overruled them.

- Gabbard emphasized the broader dangers of politicized intelligence, citing parallels with the Iraq War and its fabricated justification.

🌊 Tulsi’s Political Evolution and Reception in Hawaii

- Gabbard discussed her transition from Democrat to working in Trump’s administration, noting the drastic ideological shift in the Democratic Party since her early political career.

- She shared mixed reactions from her home state of Hawaii, ranging from support for her independent thinking to criticism from those with Trump derangement syndrome.

- Tulsi Gabbard reflected on how the Democratic Party has moved away from its foundational values, prompting her departure.

💣 Foreign Policy and Military Strategy

- Gabbard stressed the importance of defining clear objectives and exit strategies in military operations, citing her experience in Iraq and her role in advising Trump on Iran.

- She defended Trump’s decision to conduct a precise strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, noting its strategic clarity and limited scope.

- David Friedberg raised concerns about instability in the Middle East, with Gabbard emphasizing the need for nuanced approaches to complex geopolitical challenges.

🚨 Drug Cartels as Terrorist Organizations

- Gabbard explained Trump’s decision to designate major drug cartels as terrorist organizations, enabling broader counterterrorism measures against their activities.

- She highlighted the cartels’ sophisticated tactics, including armed drones and intelligence capabilities, which pose significant threats to U.S. communities.

- Jason Calacanis and Chamath Palihapitiya drew historical parallels, likening the fentanyl crisis to the Opium Wars, emphasizing its destabilizing impact on American society.

🌐 China’s Role in Fentanyl Supply Chains

- Gabbard acknowledged China’s role in providing precursors for fentanyl production but noted progress in reducing supply through diplomatic efforts and border security measures.

- She refrained from confirming direct intelligence linking China’s actions to a strategic effort to destabilize the U.S., citing classified information constraints.

- The discussion underscored the importance of addressing international supply chains to combat the fentanyl epidemic effectively.