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Tulsi Gabbard was in more than one cult

The former director of national intelligence — and MAGA member — allegedly took orders on politics from her guru

Salon

'Deep state firings have begun': Trump's intel chief purges Gabbard loyalists in first major shake-up

Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte has fired six political appointees put in place by former Director Tulsi Gabbard and removed dozens of career intelligence officials from their roles, according to four sources familiar with the moves.

The Times of India

Days into his new job, Pulte raises eyebrows in Senate

With Bill Pulte just days into his job acting director of national intelligence, senators on both sides of the aisle are already expressing concern about his performance. Pulte began Friday, after weeks of criticism over his appointment. On Monday, he reportedly began firing intelligence officials and staff at the DNI en…

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Trump’s acting intelligence director begins purge with wave of firings: report

Bill Pulte, a Trump loyalist, took over from Tulsi Gabbard last week and has vowed to cut hundreds of intelligence jobs

The Independent UK

Trump whisperer Laura Loomer slams White House as in ‘crisis’ after Tulsi Gabbard ‘guru’ report

Chris Butler, the leader of the Science of Identity Foundation group in which Gabbard was raised in Hawaii, was allegedly behind hundreds of memos containing policy advice and talking points while she was in Congress

The Independent UK

Who is Chris Butler, the Hare Krishna-linked leader allegedly connected to Tulsi Gabbard?

A Washington Post investigation has thrust a little-known spiritual leader back into the national spotlight, raising fresh questions about the influence Chris Butler may have had on former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard throughout her political career.

Latin Times

White House delays report on US voting machine vulnerabilities due to approaching midterms: Report

US intelligence on voting machine vulnerabilities, identified ahead of the November midterms, has been held back by White House officials. The report details security weaknesses like outdated software and internet connectivity, but crucially, does not suggest any votes were altered or outcomes affected. Disagreements over potential voter confidence impacts and…

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Leaked Memos Suggest a Reclusive Guru Who Wanted To 'Rule the World' Scripted Tulsi Gabbard for Years

Confidential memos suggest Tulsi Gabbard's political career was influenced by Chris Butler, a secretive guru. Allegations include scripted policies and social media manipulation, raising questions about her independence.

International Business Times UK

‘Anti-Hindu bigotry’: Tulsi Gabbard linked to ‘cult’ allegations in bombshell report as she exits DNI role

A controversy emerged around former US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard, with a major investigation claiming she maintained long-standing ties with a Hindu sect described by critics as a “cult”, as she stepped down from her senior national security role.

The Times of India

Trump’s acting Intel chief asked for list of every employee to see who to fire, report says

Bill Pulte’s moves are the latest sign he will be an aggressive attack dog for Trump in the new job

The Independent UK

Timeline of Bill Pulte’s appointment as acting director of national intelligence

Trump loyalist’s rise to lead US spy agencies sparked firestorm over his lack of experience and partisanship

The Guardian - US

Bill Pulte assumes role of US acting director of national intelligence

Head of Federal Housing Finance Agency who investigated Trump’s enemies takes over top intelligence role

The Guardian - US

Tulsi Gabbard Spends Her Final Hours as Spy Chief Accusing Fauci of Funding the Leak That Started Covid

Tulsi Gabbard, in her final act as Director of National Intelligence, accuses Dr Anthony Fauci of funding Wuhan lab research linked to COVID-19, sparking controversy and debate over the pandemic's origins.

International Business Times UK

Biden aide funded Wuhan lab to 'manipulate' Covid-19 assessments? Tulsi Gabbard's 'explosive' claim

Former intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard released documents alleging Dr. Anthony Fauci funded gain-of-function research in Wuhan and misled Congress. The documents reportedly show Fauci's role in directing US taxpayer funds and interacting with intelligence officials to suppress lab-leak origins. These claims emerged during a declassification review, with whistleblowers alleging retaliation.

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The Economic Times

Tulsi Gabbard alleges Anthony Fauci funded Wuhan research in China that sparked COVID-19

Outgoing US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has released declassified documents. These documents accuse Dr. Anthony Fauci of funding gain-of-function research in Wuhan. Gabbard claims Fauci influenced intelligence assessments on COVID-19 origins. She also alleges he misled Congress under oath. The revelations come on her final day in office.

Reason

Tulsi Gabbard's Not-So-Shocking Revelation of U.S.-Funded Veterinary Biolabs in Ukraine

Trump's director of national intelligence revives a Russian disinformation campaign on her way out.

The Guardian - US

Trump derails confirmation process for Jay Clayton as US intelligence chief

Move will allow Trump’s controversial pick, Bill Pulte, to assume role and remain in place for at least several weeks

Latin Times

Outgoing Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard Unveils Report on Global U.S.-Funded Biolab Network

DNI Director Tulsi Gabbard said many of the laboratories are currently engaged in, or have previously conducted, research involving hazardous and highly contagious pathogens.

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The Times of India

Tulsi Gabbard releases 'never-before-seen intelligence', says US funded 120+ biolabs in over 30 countries

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has said the US has funded more than 120 biological laboratories in over 30 countries, while also announcing a policy shift under President Donald Trump to end federal support for gain-of-function research worldwide.

International Business Times UK

Tulsi Gabbard to Drop Evidence on More Than 120 Taxpayer-Funded Biolabs in 30 Nations Including Ukraine

Tulsi Gabbard biolabs investigation drops never-before-seen evidence of more than 120 US-funded research labs in 30 countries after official denials.

The Mary Sue

Senate Faces Pressure to Confirm Jay Clayton as Trump Abandons His Controversial Pick for Intelligence Director

The move comes just days before a critical surveillance law expires, adding urgency to an already messy transition.

Latin Times

Trump Turns to Veteran Prosecutor Jay Clayton for Top Intelligence Post After Bipartisan Backlash to Pulte Appointment

Democrats and some Republicans criticized previous appointee Bill Pulte for his lack of intelligence and national security experience

The Independent UK

Bill Pulte tried to bump up Tulsi Gabbard’s last day as spy chief: report

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The Independent UK

Trump’s acting spy chief pushed out Tulsi Gabbard telling her ‘Today is your last day’: report

Tulsi Gabbard initially said she would leave June 30 but bumped up the date to June 19 after speaking with Bill Pulte and Donald Trump, according to a report

The Independent UK

FISA spy powers are likely to expire after House vote collapses in bipartisan fashion

The law is set to expire on Friday at midnight

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