Ex-democrat chosen as US spy chief raises eyebrows in UK defense circles
Trump picks former democrat Tulsi Gabbard to lead US intelligence agencies despite her lack of experience. British defense experts question the choice due to her past pro-Russia statements
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
