US DNI Gabbard, Trump Align on Iran Nuclear Program Amid Controversy

President Donald Trump and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard maintain that they share the same stance on Iran's nuclear program, despite apparent contradictions in their public statements. Gabbard testified before Congress in March that U.S. intelligence assesses Iran is not currently building a nuclear weapon, a position she says aligns with Trump's recent comments that Iran is close to acquiring one. Trump, however, has publicly dismissed Gabbard's testimony, expressing skepticism about her influence and statements. Jason Miller, a senior Trump advisor, defended both Trump and Gabbard as united in opposing U.S. military intervention in Iran, emphasizing their shared goal to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons without engaging in a third Gulf War. The White House has denied reports that Gabbard has been sidelined due to her opposition to intervention, affirming ongoing alignment in strategy. Meanwhile, the administration continues to push for a diplomatic resolution, offering Iran a 60-day window to curb uranium enrichment amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.