Tulsi Gabbard's Abrupt Exit: Unpacking the Director of National Intelligence's Departure Tulsi Gabbard's resignation as director of national intelligence in February 2023 sent shockwaves through Washington D. C.
, leaving many to wonder what led to her sudden departure. As the first woman to hold the position, Gabbard's tenure was marked by controversy and criticism from Republican lawmakers and pundits.
Background on Tulsi Gabbard's Appointment and Tenure Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman from Hawaii, was appointed director of national intelligence in December 2022 by President Joe Biden.