Three former aides revealed Tulsi Gabbard, Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence, regularly consumed Kremlin-controlled RT propaganda, despite warnings about its unreliability. This aligns with Gabbard’s evolving foreign policy views, which have shifted from supporting military aid to Ukraine in 2014 to blaming NATO and the US for Russian aggression in recent years. Critics, including some Democratic lawmakers, have questioned her loyalty to the United States due to this apparent shift and her consumption of Russian propaganda. Gabbard denies these allegations, while her transition team attributes her views to her military experience.
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Following Joe Rogan’s podcast episode criticizing President Biden and Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s actions in the Ukraine conflict, Wladimir Klitschko accused Rogan of echoing Russian propaganda. Klitschko’s video response, viewed millions of times, countered Rogan’s claims, arguing that his statements mirrored Russia’s attempts to sow fear and division. Klitschko challenged Rogan to a discussion on his podcast, an invitation Rogan initially questioned but Klitschko later reiterated. This exchange followed similar criticism from Ukraine’s former Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, who also offered Rogan an open dialogue.
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Wladimir Klitschko publicly criticized Joe Rogan for echoing Russian propaganda regarding the war in Ukraine, specifically citing Rogan’s comments on American weapons aid potentially leading to World War III. Klitschko asserted that Rogan’s statements align with Putin’s narrative, weakening democracies. He challenged Rogan to a discussion on his podcast to debate these points. Rogan, whose podcast enjoys immense popularity, had previously endorsed Donald Trump and criticized President Biden’s support for Ukraine.
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Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination as Director of National Intelligence is highly controversial due to her history of promoting Russian propaganda and supporting authoritarian regimes. Her past actions, including questioning the source of Syrian airstrikes that injured children and defending Assad’s regime, demonstrate a troubling lack of objectivity and empathy. Experts express concerns about her susceptibility to disinformation and her potential to undermine US intelligence credibility with allies. These concerns, coupled with questions about her meeting the required “extensive national security expertise” for the DNI position, raise serious doubts about her suitability for the role.
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Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination as Director of National Intelligence is highly controversial due to her history of promoting Russian propaganda and supporting authoritarian regimes. Her past actions, including questioning whether ISIS, not Assad or Russia, bombed Syrian children and subsequently meeting with Assad, demonstrate a pattern of disregarding facts and echoing Kremlin talking points. This has raised concerns amongst both Democrats and Republicans, with experts citing her views as alarming and potentially jeopardizing US intelligence operations and relationships with allies. Gabbard’s apparent susceptibility to misinformation and her lack of the required “extensive national security expertise” further fuel opposition to her confirmation.
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Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, was previously on the TSA’s “Quiet Skies” list, prompting additional security screenings due to foreign connections and travel. This is highly unusual for someone assuming such a position. While Gabbard attributes her inclusion to political retaliation, the list’s algorithm-based nature and her controversial meetings with Bashar al-Assad, along with past accusations of spreading Russian propaganda, raise concerns. Trump’s suggestion that some nominees may bypass standard background checks further complicates the situation, leaving questions about the extent of Gabbard’s required disclosures.
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Andrew Rettman, EUobserver’s foreign editor since 2005, specializes in foreign and security affairs. A Polish national raised in the UK and currently residing in Brussels, his expertise is reflected in his contributions to prominent publications such as The Guardian, The Times of London, and Intelligence Online. His background provides a unique perspective on European affairs.
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Anders Behring Breivik, the perpetrator of the 2011 Norway attacks that killed 77, appeared in court for a second parole hearing. Despite serving over a decade of his 21-year sentence, authorities recommended rejecting his release due to an ongoing risk of future violence and unchanged extremist ideology. Breivik, who displayed pro-Russian symbols, maintains his political stance and has previously challenged his prison conditions. A ruling on his parole application, heard at Ringerike prison, is pending.
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President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for Director of National Intelligence, former Democratic lawmaker Tulsi Gabbard, has been criticized for her past statements and actions. Gabbard, a former Army National Guard soldier with no prior intelligence experience, has been accused of amplifying Russian propaganda and contradicting US intelligence assessments. Her tenure would likely be marked by clashes with government analysts who see Russia as a primary source of disinformation. While Gabbard has defended her positions, her critics cite her previous statements supporting Russia and criticizing US foreign policy as evidence of her lack of qualifications for the role. Her appointment has drawn concern from both Democrats and Republicans, highlighting a potential for controversy and conflict within the intelligence community.
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The recent decision by TikTok to remove Russian state media outlets RT and Sputnik from its platform due to “covert influence operations” is quite interesting, to say the least. I mean, let’s be real, it’s not exactly a secret that these outlets have been pushing Russian propaganda for quite some time. The fact that they’re finally being called out on it is definitely a step in the right direction.
But here’s the thing – what about all the influencers they fund to spread their BS? It’s not just about RT and Sputnik, but also the individuals who are essentially puppets pushing this propaganda.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker