Trump Names Gabbard’s Replacement After She Resigns As DNI

The president’s announcement comes after occasional signs of tension between the two over foreign policy.

Earlier this year, Trump publicly suggested Gabbard was less aggressive than he was when it came to confronting Iran over its nuclear ambitions

In March, Trump said Gabbard was “softer” than him on stopping Tehran’s nuclear program.

Despite those differences, Trump’s public messaging Friday was warm and supportive.

Aaron Lukas now steps into one of the most sensitive national security roles in Washington, at least on an interim basis

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