Tulsi Gabbard Refers Two Intel Officials to DOJ Over Leaks, Anticipates Third Referral

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has referred two intelligence community officials to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution over alleged leaks of classified information to the Washington Post and the New York Times, with a third referral forthcoming. Gabbard emphasized that these leaks were politically motivated attempts to undermine President Trump’s agenda and asserted that such actions jeopardize national security. She stated that the intelligence community should view these referrals as a warning and pledged to work with the Department of Justice and the FBI to investigate and prosecute those involved. An ODNI official described the referrals as the initial step toward holding individuals accountable, following an internal review. The move comes amid ongoing investigations and recent dismissals within the Department of Defense related to alleged leaks. Gabbard has reiterated her commitment to ending the politicization and unauthorized disclosure of classified information within the intelligence community.