Gabbard disputes allegation that she blocked a whistleblower complaint
Reporting and findings
- reported
Reuters reported a May 2025 complaint alleging ODNI suppressed intelligence for political reasons. On February 7, 2026, Gabbard denied blocking Congress's access, said she promptly issued required guidance, and said inspectors general had not found the complaint credible. Reuters could not verify its contents.
- Reuters via Investing.com: Gabbard rejects claims she withheld whistleblower complaint from CongressFebruary 7 story republished February 9; article body paragraphs 1–8, including verification limitation
Summary and current status
A whistleblower alleged political suppression of intelligence. Gabbard denied obstructing congressional access to the complaint.
Reported allegation and denial; original complaint not verified by Reuters
People and organizations
- Tulsi GabbardDNI whose office's handling of intelligence and complaint access was disputed