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Léonie Chao-Fong in Washington

Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as intelligence head despite fears of pro-Russia stance

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Tulsi Gabbard testifies during her Senate confirmation hearing last month. Photograph: Nathan Howard/Reuters

Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman who has been publicly questioned over her affinity for foreign dictators and promoting conspiracy theories, has been confirmed as director of national intelligence by the US Senate.

The Senate voted 52 to 48, with just one Republican – Mitch McConnell of Kentucky – voting against her confirmation.

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