Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), has announced her resignation to support her husband, Abraham, who has been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. Gabbard informed President Donald Trump during a meeting in the Oval Office, and her resignation will be effective on June 30, 2026.
Tulsi Gabbard’s Resignation Announcement
In her resignation letter, Gabbard expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as DNI and mentioned significant challenges that her husband will face in the upcoming months. She noted that she must step down from her public service role to be by his side through this time.
Commitment to Public Service
During her tenure, Gabbard focused on enhancing transparency and integrity within the intelligence community. She stated, “I have made significant progress at the ODNI, but I recognize there is still important work to be done.”
Achievements as Director of National Intelligence
- Reduced the size of the intelligence agency, saving taxpayers over $700 million annually.
- Dismantled various programs within the intelligence community.
- Declassified more than 500,000 pages of government records.
- Created the first-ever “Weaponization Working Group” to address concerns about government misuse.
- Prevented over 10,000 individuals with ties to narco-terrorism from entering the U.S. in 2025.
Gabbard’s efforts included exposing issues related to the Trump administration and the Obama administration’s treatment of intelligence regarding the 2016 election interference.
Looking Ahead
As she prepares to leave office, Gabbard emphasized her commitment to ensure a smooth transition for her successor. She aims to mitigate any disruption in leadership or ongoing initiatives at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
In her final statement, Gabbard expressed her gratitude to President Trump and the American people for the opportunity to serve as DNI, reaffirming her dedication to her family as they navigate this difficult chapter.
