Tulsi Gabbard, now serving as Director of National Intelligence, has prioritized investigating — mysterious health incidents affecting U.S. personnel globally — and addressing allegations of politicization within intelligence agencies. During her confirmation hearings, Gabbard vowed to uncover the truth behind these incidents, ensure proper care for victims, and review whether foreign actors used advanced weapons like . Her newly formed will examine declassifying intelligence on COVID-19’s origins, combat leaks of classified material, and assess claims that agencies have been “weaponized” against Americans.
While the CIA’s 2022 report dismissed foreign involvement in Havana Syndrome, two intelligence agencies now suspect a hostile power may have deployed technology causing these injuries. Gabbard’s task force marks the first major effort to re-examine these cases under the Trump administration, aligning with executive orders to cut bureaucratic waste and refocus agencies on “timely, apolitical” intelligence.
Critics argue the intelligence community has long downplayed Havana Syndrome to avoid confronting adversarial nations like Russia or China. Gabbard’s probe signals a shift toward transparency, though skeptics warn bureaucratic inertia could stall reforms. Supporters praise her commitment to patriots harmed in service, calling it a stark contrast to previous leaders who ignored their plight.
The outcome of this review could reshape U.S. intelligence priorities, exposing potential foreign threats while curbing domestic overreach. For conservatives, Gabbard’s actions represent a critical step toward draining the swamp — holding unelected bureaucrats accountable and putting America’s security first.