Gabbard fires officials who released memo contradicting Trump’s Venezuela gang claims
World news | The GuardianThursday, May 15, 2025 at 12:57:08 AM
** Tulsi Gabbard, the US director of national intelligence, fired two top officials from the National Intelligence Council (NIC) after they released a memo contradicting Donald Trump's claims about Venezuelan gang members, which he used to justify deportations under the Alien Enemies Act.
What This Means: ** This highlights tensions between intelligence officials and political leadership, raising concerns about the independence of intelligence assessments and potential retaliation for dissent. It reflects broader debates over transparency, executive power, and the politicization of national security institutions.
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