Another high-profile resignation has emerged from President Donald Trump’s administration, with Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard stepping down from her position.
According to US media reports, Gabbard informed Trump of her decision during an Oval Office meeting on Friday.
Her resignation is reportedly tied to a serious family health matter.
Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US intelligence chief
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her position as Director of National Intelligence in President Donald Trump’s administration, according to reports from Fox News Digital.
The report stated that Gabbard submitted her resignation letter after informing Trump during a meeting in the Oval Office on Friday.
Her resignation is expected to officially take effect on June 30.
Personal reason behind resignation
According to the reported resignation letter, Gabbard cited her husband’s recent diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer as the reason behind her decision to step down.
She reportedly thanked President Trump for the opportunity to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence over the past year and a half.
The resignation has been described by US media as a personal and family-driven decision rather than a political disagreement.
Another major exit from Trump administration
Gabbard’s departure adds to a series of high-profile resignations and exits linked to the Trump administration in recent months.
Her resignation comes at a sensitive time as the administration continues dealing with major foreign policy and security challenges.
As Director of National Intelligence, Gabbard oversaw coordination between US intelligence agencies and national security operations.
Role and political background
Before taking the intelligence role, Gabbard was widely known for her political career and foreign policy positions.
She served as the US Director of National Intelligence for the last year and had become one of the most closely watched figures within Trump’s national security circle.
Her exit now raises questions about possible leadership changes within the US intelligence structure.
Neither the White House nor Trump has publicly issued a detailed statement regarding the resignation so far.
Fox News Digital cited Gabbard’s resignation letter as the primary source of confirmation.
Further announcements regarding her replacement or transition plans are expected in the coming days.
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