That’s especially the case with the problematic involvements of both Trump and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. But there was Gabbard on Wednesday near Atlanta, pictured on the scene after FBI agents executed a search warrant. CNN confirmed that Gabbard wasn’t just on the scene, but she actually put Trump on the phone with FBI agents. Gabbard has now stated explicitly that Trump directed her to be present at the search, and she’s confirmed that he spoke with FBI agents working on the case. “The fact that he talked with agents working hard doesn’t surprise me, and actually I love it.

Source: CNN February 03, 2026 19:22 UTC