Tulsi Gabbard Targets Deep State Leakers with Criminal Referrals to DOJ

Trump Administration Takes Aggressive Action Against Classified Information Leaks

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is taking a powerful stand against the weaponization of America’s intelligence community. On Wednesday, she referred two intelligence officials to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution over their alleged leaks of classified information intended to damage President Donald Trump’s foreign policy efforts.

The two officials allegedly leaked top-secret military information to The Washington Post and The New York Times. Their objective, according to sources, was to stir up partisan outrage and obstruct Trump’s America First agenda by manipulating public opinion.

“Politicization of our intelligence and leaking classified information puts our nation’s security at risk and must end,” Gabbard told Fox News. She also revealed that a third criminal referral is on its way, vowing that “those who leak classified information will be found and held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”

In a move signaling a tougher stance against intelligence community leaks, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has referred two intelligence officials to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution. The referrals come amid allegations that these officials leaked classified military information to major news outlets, reportedly to undermine President Donald Trump’s foreign policy initiatives.

Intelligence Officials Face Serious Allegations

According to reports, the two officials allegedly shared top-secret military information with The Washington Post and The New York Times. These leaks were purportedly made with the intention of hampering presidential foreign policy decisions and influencing public opinion for partisan political purposes.

“Politicization of our intelligence and leaking classified information puts our nation’s security at risk and must end,” Gabbard told Fox News. She also indicated that a third criminal referral is forthcoming, emphasizing, “Those who leak classified information will be found and held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”

Consistent Approach to Intelligence Integrity

This latest action follows Gabbard’s March announcement regarding her department’s intention to pursue leakers aggressively. At that time, she highlighted examples of unauthorized disclosures of sensitive information to media outlets, including intelligence related to Israel, Iran, and U.S.-Russia relations.

Her efforts have received support from Republican lawmakers, with Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton previously praising Gabbard for working to end what he described as “the weaponization of the intelligence community.”

Broader Context: Pentagon Leadership Challenges

The criminal referrals emerge against a backdrop of reported tensions within the administration, particularly regarding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Recent media reports have alleged that Hegseth shared classified information through the Signal messaging app—claims that appear to stem from anonymous sources within the intelligence community.

These reports exemplify the exact type of leaks Gabbard aims to address. Anonymous sources have been behind several recent stories involving national security information, including an NPR report claiming the administration was seeking a new Defense Secretary—an assertion quickly denied by the White House.

Analysis: Changing Approach to Internal Opposition

The administration’s current approach represents a significant shift from its first term, when leaks were reportedly common and created numerous challenges for implementing presidential directives. Political observers note that federal employees, including intelligence officials, tend to remain across administrations regardless of political alignment.

“Leaking is always designed to damage a specific target and promote a narrative,” Chris Gacek, senior fellow for Regulatory Affairs at Family Research Council, told The Washington Stand. “The Deep State cannot be given free shots on goal. It appears Gabbard realizes this, and she is taking action.”

Warning to Potential Leakers

The message from the Director of National Intelligence appears unambiguous. A Gabbard official told Fox News, “We are aggressively investigating other leaks and will pursue further criminal referrals as warranted. Any intelligence community bureaucrat who is considering leaking to the media should take this as a warning.”

The criminal referrals signal that unauthorized disclosure of classified information will face serious consequences, potentially setting a new precedent for handling leaks within the intelligence community

Gabbard’s swift action is sending shockwaves through the intelligence bureaucracy.

“Leaking is always designed to damage a specific target and promote a narrative,” said Chris Gacek, senior fellow for Regulatory Affairs at Family Research Council. “The Deep State cannot be given free shots on goal. It appears Gabbard realizes this, and she is taking action.”

The Trump administration has clearly learned from the lessons of its first term, when leaks and internal sabotage repeatedly hamstrung its efforts to deliver on campaign promises.

Today, the message is clear: leaks will be investigated aggressively, and those responsible will face criminal charges.

“We are aggressively investigating other leaks and will pursue further criminal referrals as warranted,” a Gabbard official told Fox News. “Any intelligence community bureaucrat who is considering leaking to the media should take this as a warning.”

With Gabbard leading the charge, and Trump firmly focused on restoring integrity to the intelligence community, the Deep State’s days of unchecked sabotage may finally be coming to an end..

This developing story will be updated as new information becomes available.

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