Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has referred Obama-era officials to the DOJ for allegedly manufacturing the Russian collusion hoax, exposing a potential deep state coup against President Trump that prior probes overlooked.
Story Highlights
- Gabbard declassified nearly 200 pages of documents claiming Obama administration officials fabricated 2016 election interference intelligence.
- DOJ confirmed receipt of Gabbard’s criminal referral on July 22, 2025, targeting potential crimes in the Russiagate scandal.
- Gabbard revoked security clearances for 37 officials, including Biden, Harris, and Clinton, as part of Trump-directed reforms.
- Right-wing media hails it as a bombshell vindicating Trump, while left-wing outlets dismiss it as a distraction, highlighting media bias.
Gabbard’s Criminal Referral Shakes Washington
Tulsi Gabbard, as Director of National Intelligence, declassified documents alleging Obama-era officials manufactured intelligence on Russian influence in the 2016 election. She submitted a criminal referral to the Department of Justice on July 22, 2025, for investigation into potential crimes. Gabbard framed these actions as part of a broader “coup” against Donald Trump during his first term. The referral targets senior officials, some still active, who allegedly politicized intelligence. This move revives the Russiagate controversy in Trump’s second term.
Declassifications Challenge Bipartisan Probes
Prior investigations by the bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee, including Sen. Marco Rubio, and DOJ probes concluded no political interference or fabrication occurred in 2016 assessments. Gabbard’s nearly 200 pages of declassified material claim direct evidence from senior officials refuting those findings. President Trump directed these declassifications following his accusation of treason against Obama. Gabbard urged Americans and media to review the documents for themselves during a White House briefing. This contrasts sharply with established narratives.
Gabbard implemented early reforms in her first 100 days, ending DEI policies in the intelligence community and launching probes into leaks and IC chats. She established a whistleblower hotline to encourage accountability. These steps align with Trump’s “Promises Kept” agenda, focusing on apolitical intelligence operations and saving taxpayer dollars.
Media Divide Exposes Narrative Control Battle
Right-wing outlets like FOX, PJ Media, and New York Post amplify the story as a “bombshell” exposing the Russiagate hoax. Left-wing media downplays it as a distraction from Trump administration challenges, ignoring the declassified evidence. This split underscores partisan control over news cycles and accusations of bias. Gabbard’s actions empower Trump allies by weakening opposition claims about 2016 election interference. The public sees growing frustration with elite-driven narratives on both sides.
Gabbard revoked security clearances for 37 individuals, including former President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Hillary Clinton, at Trump’s direction. The DOJ and FBI received the referrals, with investigations underway but no outcomes reported yet. Ongoing document reviews could lead to further referrals. Short-term, this polarizes discourse; long-term, it may reshape intelligence accountability and erode trust in past probes.
Lefty Media Has a Breakdown Amid Reports About Who DNI Tulsi Gabbard Might Refer for Criminal Prosecution https://t.co/GmrycgxGaW
— Danny Hurst (@DannyHu13527379) April 16, 2026
Sources:
Media splits on significance of Gabbard’s Obama intel: Bias breakdown
DNI Press Releases on Promises Kept