English Version
Tulsi Gabbard, a name that has sparked both admiration and controversy, is a figure who has traversed the political landscape with a unique blend of military service and political activism. Born on April 12, 1981, in Leloaloa, American Samoa, Gabbard’s journey began in the military, where she served as a specialist with the medical unit in Iraq from 2004 to 2005
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. Her dedication to service continued as she rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve
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Gabbard’s political career took off when she became the youngest state legislator in Hawaii at the age of 21
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. She later served as a U.S. Representative for Hawaii’s 2nd congressional district from 2013 to 2021
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. Known for her independent streak, Gabbard left the Democratic Party in 2022 to become an independent, and in 2024, she joined the Republican Party
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One of the most notable moments in Gabbard’s career was her 2017 unauthorized visit to Syria, where she met with President Bashar al-Assad
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. This visit drew sharp criticism, as Assad was accused of using chemical weapons against his own people
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. Gabbard defended her actions, stating that Assad was not the enemy of the United States
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In November 2024, President Donald Trump nominated Gabbard to be the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), a move that has been met with mixed reactions
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. Critics argue that her lack of experience in the intelligence field and her controversial stances, such as her pro-Russian views, make her an unsuitable candidate
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. Supporters, however, praise her skepticism of foreign military intervention and her commitment to restoring trust in intelligence services
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Gabbard’s nomination has sparked a heated debate about the role of the DNI and the importance of having a leader who can navigate the complex world of intelligence and national security. As the Senate Intelligence Committee prepares for her confirmation hearing, the nation watches closely to see how this bold and polarizing figure will shape the future of American intelligence.
For more information, you can watch this YouTube video about Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination and the controversies surrounding it.
Arabic Version
تلسي غبارد، اسم يثير الإعجاب والجدل، هو شخصية تعبر عن توازن فريد بين الخدمة العسكرية والنشاط السياسي. وُلدت في 12 أبريل 1981 في ليوالوا، أميركا صاموا، وبدأت رحلتها في الجيش، حيث خدمت كفنية في وحدة الطبية في العراق من 2004 إلى 2005. استمرت تلسي في الخدمة العسكرية حتى تصعدت إلى رتبة عقيد في قوة الاحتياط في الجيش الأمريكي.
بدأت مسيرتها السياسية عندما أصبحت أصغر ناخب في هاواي عند سن 21 عامًا. تولت لاحقًا منصب نائب أول لولاية هاواي الثانية من 2013 إلى 2021. معروفة بتمسكها بالاستقلالية، تركت تلسي الحزب الديمقراطي في 2022 لتصبح مستقلة، وفي 2024 انضمت إلى الحزب
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