Washington — Tulsi Gabbard said Friday that she is resigning as the director of national intelligence, stepping aside after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer. In a letter to President Trump, Gabbard said her resignation would be effective June 30. "My husband, Abraham, has recently been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. He faces major challenges in the coming weeks and months.
Main Idea: Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence, saying she needs to care for her husband after his cancer diagnosis.
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Tulsi Gabbard’s exit leaves a key intelligence job open during a war with Iran, which could slow oversight and create more uncertainty for voters and taxpayers.
Abraham Gabbard’s illness explains the resignation, and a smooth acting replacement may limit disruption for the public.
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