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News in English (USA) / 19.03.2026 / 22:00

Tensions Rise During Senate Hearing as Gabbard Defends Actions Related to FBI Raid and Election Security

In a heated Senate hearing, Tulsi Gabbard faced scrutiny regarding her presence at the FBI raid on the Fulton County elections hub, with Sen. Mark Warner questioning the credibility of her testimony. Gabbard claimed she attended the raid at the request of President Trump, which sparked accusations of interference in domestic politics and contradictions in her statements. During the hearing, Warner criticized intelligence agencies for omitting foreign threats to upcoming elections, while the top U.S. spy confirmed there are no foreign threats anticipated for November elections. Gabbard also dodged inquiries about foreign interference in U.S. elections, leading to a confrontation with Rep. Himes about evidence of such threats. The discussion highlighted ongoing concerns about election integrity and the role of intelligence in safeguarding democracy.
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