Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) has declared her support for Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as Director of National Intelligence, a pivotal position in President Trump's cabinet. Despite Collins being a key swing vote, she has voiced doubts concerning Gabbard's commitment to intelligence oversight, particularly related to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Collins, a principal author of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, recognizes the importance of the DNI's role, but is wary of Gabbard's past criticism of intelligence practices and her recent reassurances.
Collins said she would support Gabbard for the Director of National Intelligence after balancing concerns about her commitment to intelligence gathering.
Collins emphasized the critical role of the DNI, having authored the act establishing the position, while expressing skepticism about Gabbard's recent change in stance.
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