WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Vice President JD Vance said bureaucrats at U.S. intelligence services were “out of control” and he defended Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump’s nominee to head those services, as the right person for the job.
“The bureaucrats at our intelligence services have gotten completely out of control,” Vance said in an interview with the CBS “Face the Nation” program broadcast Sunday. “They’ve been part of the weaponization of our political system, the weaponization of our justice system.
“We need to have good intelligence services who keep us safe, but part of that is restoring trust in those services, and we think Tulsi is the right person to do it.”
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Gabbard’s selection in November to be director of national intelligence sent shock waves through the national security establishment, adding to concerns that the intelligence community would become increasingly politicised.
The former Democratic congresswoman lacks significant intelligence experience and in the past had been critical of Trump. Her supporters say she has a healthy skepticism about foreign U.S. military involvement, in keeping with the America First policies of Trump.
Asked about the criticism of Gabbard, even from among conservative circles, Vance said he was confident Gabbard would be confirmed by the U.S. Senate. The Senate intelligence committee has scheduled a Jan. 30 hearing on her nomination.
“Two things that are important to know about Tulsi. First of all, she is a career military servant who’s had a classification at the highest levels for nearly two decades,” Vance said. “She has impeccable character, impeccable record of service, and she also is a person who I think is going to bring some trust back to the intelligence services.”
(Reporting by Doina Chiacu; Editing by Hugh Lawson)
Vice President Vance Blasts US Intelligence Bureaucrats as ‘Out of Control’
In a fiery speech delivered today, Vice President Vance criticized the actions of US intelligence bureaucrats, accusing them of being “out of control” and overstepping their boundaries.
Vance pointed to recent reports of surveillance abuses and leaks of classified information as evidence of a growing problem within the intelligence community. He warned that such behavior undermines national security and erodes public trust in government institutions.
The Vice President called for greater oversight and accountability measures to rein in the actions of intelligence bureaucrats and ensure that they are operating within the bounds of the law.
“We cannot allow a few rogue individuals to jeopardize the safety and security of our nation,” Vance declared. “It is imperative that we hold these bureaucrats accountable for their actions and restore faith in our intelligence agencies.”
The Vice President’s comments have sparked a debate among lawmakers and experts on the proper role of intelligence agencies in a democratic society. Some argue that strong surveillance measures are necessary to protect the country from threats, while others caution against unchecked power and potential abuses.
As the debate continues, Vice President Vance’s words serve as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a balance between security and civil liberties in the fight against terrorism and other threats to national security.
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