A letter from nearly 100 ex-national security officials calls Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for DNI 'alarming,' citing her alleged sympathy for dictators and Russian narratives. The officials urge closed Senate hearings to evaluate her qualifications and raise concerns about her past actions, including her support for Assad and skepticism of U.S. intelligence.'' Gabbard's supporters label the criticisms partisan attacks, highlighting her military experience and commitment to reforming intelligence agencies.