Tulsi Gabbard Steps Down as US Director of National Intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard has announced her resignation from the position of US director of national intelligence within the Trump administration, attributing her decision to her husband's recent diagnosis of bone cancer.
In her resignation letter, obtained by CBS News, the BBC's US partner, Gabbard expressed the personal impact of her husband's illness on her choice to leave the role.
"His strength and love have sustained me through every challenge," she wrote. "I cannot in good conscience ask him to face this fight alone while I continue in this demanding and time-consuming position."
Her resignation will take effect on 30 June.
Role and Responsibilities
As director of national intelligence, Gabbard held a prominent position coordinating efforts among the United States' various intelligence agencies.
Gabbard, known for her loyalty to President Donald Trump during his 2024 presidential campaign, was confirmed to this influential intelligence role weeks after Trump returned to the White House in 2025.
Despite the significance of her position, Gabbard has remained largely out of the public eye this year amid key US foreign policy actions, including military operations against Iran, increased pressure on Cuba, and the notable removal of Venezuela's president.
Personal Circumstances and Future Updates
In her letter, Gabbard highlighted the challenges her husband, Abraham, is expected to face in the coming weeks and months.
"He faces major challenges in the coming weeks and months," she stated.
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