Yesterday Donald Trump picked Tulsi Gabbard as his top spy chief which made UK defense experts un-easy about future co-operation. The ex-democrat who switched sides last summer doesnt have any intel background; her pro-Russia views make things even more complex
This is a maverick appointment. She has no experience of intelligence and security
The 43-year old Gabbard — who quit democrats bout 2 years ago — has a track-record that worries many: she backed Moscows war reasons spread bio-lab stories and met with Syriaʼs leader twice (while ignoring chemical-attack reports)
UK-US intel sharing might get tricky now. The Five Eyes partnership could see some changes; experts think allies might re-think what info they share. Pete Hesgeth — the new defense-secretary pick — supports Ukraine but Gabbardʼs stance differs a lot
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British sources try to stay cool saying its just a nomination for now; still many worry that Putin might see this as a green light. Some experts think spy agencies will keep working together but might change how they share sensitive stuff