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#CIA #FBI #ODNI Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence … Trump postpones executive order on AI over China concerns – All News Reviews: Tensions Rise with Iran and New U.S. Green Card Rules https://thenewsandtimes.blogspom/2026/05/tulsi-gabbard-resigns-as-director-of.html Tulsi Gabbard resigned as the U.S. Director of National Intelligence (DNI) on Friday, May 22, 2026, announcing that her resignation will take effect on June 30, 2026. [1] Reason for Resignation In her official resignation letter, Gabbard stated that she is stepping down from her role overseeing the nation’s 18 spy agencies to support her husband, Abraham Williams, who was recently diagnosed with an extr

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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intel – All News Reviews: Tensions Rise with Iran and New U.S. Green Card Rules

Tulsi Gabbard resigned as the U.S. Director of National Intelligence (DNI) on Friday, May 22, 2026, announcing that her resignation will take effect on June 30, 2026. [1]

Reason for Resignation

In her official resignation letter, Gabbard stated that she is stepping down from her role overseeing the nation’s 18 spy agencies to support her husband, Abraham Williams, who was recently diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. She shared the letter publicly on social media, expressing that she could not in good conscience ask him to face the fight alone while continuing to serve in a demanding public role. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Intermed Succession

President Donald Trump accepted her resignation, posting on Truth Social that she has “done an incredible job, and we will miss her”. Trump announced that Aaron Lukas, the Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence and a former CIA officer, will take over as the acting director. [6, 7]

Background and Context

Gabbard’s departure ends a highly scrutinized 15-month tenure that began following her narrow confirmation in early 2025. While her official departure is attributed to her family’s medical emergency, political analysts note her exit follows months of reported behind-the-scenes friction with the White House. [6, 7, 8, 9]
  • Foreign Policy Clashes: As a known anti-interventionist, Gabbard frequently found herself out of step with top Trump administration officials, particularly regarding the U.S. military operations and strikes involving Iran.
  • Intelligence Reductions: During her time as DNI, she focused heavily on a restructuring effort, claiming to eliminate “bloated” agency operations and aiming to cut the workforce size.
  • Cabinet Turnover: Gabbard is the fourth high-profile female Cabinet official to depart President Trump’s second-term administration, following the recent exits of Attorney General Pam Bondi, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, and Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer. [3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13]
For comprehensive coverage on the political transition and comments from congressional intelligence committees, you can read the breaking updates reported by CNBC, the New York Times, and POLITICO. [14, 15]
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Rising Tensions with Iran and Major Policy Shifts

Saturday, May 23, 20265:08 AM

Key Stories

  • Trump administration considers military strikes on Iran — While negotiators report the gap with Tehran is narrowing, President Trump is reportedly weighing fresh strikes if a breakthrough isn’t reached soon, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a major sticking point.

  • New green card rules require applicants to leave the U.S. — In a surprise policy shift, foreigners currently in the U.S. seeking permanent residency will now be forced to return to their home countries to complete their applications rather than adjusting their status domestically.

  • Dozens injured in Staten Island shipyard blast — At least 31 people, including several firefighters, were injured during a massive explosion and fire at a New York shipyard on Friday.

  • California city under evacuation for chemical tank crisis — Residents in a California city have been ordered to evacuate as officials warn of a chemical tank in crisis that could potentially explode, though no gas leak has been detected yet.

  • Death toll climbs in Chinese coal mine explosion — At least 82 people are confirmed dead following a devastating explosion at a coal mine in northern China on Friday evening.

Summary 

The U.S. is signaling potential military action against Iran despite some progress in peace talks, while a major immigration policy change will now require green card applicants to leave the country to apply. Domestic safety concerns also spiked following a chemical crisis in California and a shipyard explosion in New York.

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Tensions Rise with Iran and New U.S. Green Card Rules

Saturday, May 23, 20265:02 AM

Key Stories

  • Trump administration considers new strikes on Iran — While negotiators say they have made slight progress, tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. prepares for possible military action.

  • New immigration policy forces green card applicants abroad — In a major shift, the administration announced that foreigners currently in the U.S. will have to return to their home countries to apply for green cards.

  • California city on edge over unstable chemical tank — Residents in one California city have been ordered to leave their homes because of a failing chemical tank that officials warn could blow up at any moment.

  • Dozens injured in Staten Island shipyard explosion — At least 31 people, including several firefighters, were hurt after a blast and fire broke out at a shipyard in New York on Friday.

  • China coal mine blast kills at least 82 people — A devastating explosion at a coal mine in northern China on Friday evening has claimed dozens of lives according to state media reports.

Summary 

It has been a heavy news day with the Trump administration weighing new strikes on Iran and a major shake-up for immigration policy. Back at home, we are watching several emergency situations from a California chemical crisis to a shipyard fire in New York.

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Iran war live: US oil prices rise as investors doubt breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks

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Iran-US war latest: Trump administration reportedly preparing for fresh round of military strikes

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At least 82 dead in Chinese coal mine explosion, state media reports

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Evacuation orders issued in California city over chemical tank: 'It fails or it blows up'
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Evacuation orders issued in California city over chemical tank: ‘It fails or it blows up’

Officials said Friday there is no active gas leak or plume, but that the tank is “actively in crisis” and is unable to be “secured.”
Trump met top advisers on Iran as he weighs return to war
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Trump met top advisers on Iran as he weighs return to war

Trump is seriously considering launching new strikes against Iran barring a last-minute breakthrough in negotiations.
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Judge drops criminal case against Kilmar Abrego García, ruling it vindictive

The Maryland man was charged with human smuggling after a high-profile legal fight in which courts ruled he had been illegally deported to El Salvador.
Trump administration to force foreigners in the U.S. to apply for a green card abroad
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Trump administration to force foreigners in the U.S. to apply for a green card abroad

Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy.
Explosion and fire in Staten Island shipyard injures at least 31 people, including firefighters
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Explosion and fire in Staten Island shipyard injures at least 31 people, including firefighters

Dozens of people were injured, including firefighters, following an explosion and fire at a shipyard on Staten Island, according to the FDNY officials.
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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence
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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard abruptly resigned as director of national intelligence, saying she is leaving the post due to her husband’s illness.
Russia's Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory
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Russia’s Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory

Ukraine said it hit Russia’s elite Rubicon drone military unit in a Moscow-occupied part of eastern Ukraine.
Iran-US war latest: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hails ‘good signs’ in peace talks as Tehran says gaps are narrowing
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Iran-US war latest: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hails ‘good signs’ in peace talks as Tehran says gaps are narrowing

Tehran says the gap in position with Washington has narrowed – but the Strait of Hormuz remains a sticking point
Live updates: Trump to swear in Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chairman
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Live updates: Trump to swear in Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chairman

Get live updates and the latest news as Trump swears in Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chairman and campaigns for Rep. Mike Lawler in New York.
Ukraine war briefing: Putin promises revenge after blaming Kyiv for Luhansk attack he says killed six
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Ukraine war briefing: Putin promises revenge after blaming Kyiv for Luhansk attack he says killed six

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New rule requires most green-card applicants to apply from outside U.S.
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New rule requires most green-card applicants to apply from outside U.S.

Immigration lawyers say the change could impact a wide swath of people and marks an escalation in the administration’s efforts to curtail legal migration.
40,000 ordered to evacuate in Southern California after chemical leak at plastics facility
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40,000 ordered to evacuate in Southern California after chemical leak at plastics facility

About 40,000 people are under evacuation orders and schools have shut down in Southern California due to a hazardous chemical leak.
‘Endless cycle of meetings:’ US halts peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
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‘Endless cycle of meetings:’ US halts peace talks between Russia and Ukraine

Marco Rubio said little progress had been made in recent months.
As Trump Weighs Return to Conflict in Iran, Here’s What Could Be Targeted Next
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As Trump Weighs Return to Conflict in Iran, Here’s What Could Be Targeted Next

There is no shortage of targets should President Trump, in coordination with Israel, decide to resume the assault on Iran.
Most people seeking green cards must now apply from outside US
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Most people seeking green cards must now apply from outside US

A new policy closes a loophole that has allowed people to apply for a green card, or permanent residency, while in the country.
More than 40,000 evacuated in Orange County due to chemical tank leak
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More than 40,000 evacuated in Orange County due to chemical tank leak

Officials have warned that the tank contains a “highly volatile” substance that could lead to an explosion.
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Trump postpones executive order on AI over China concerns

The US president said he doesn’t ‘want to do anything to get in the way’ of tech firms competing with China
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Explosions Injure 13 Firefighters on Staten Island Barge
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Explosions Injure 13 Firefighters on Staten Island Barge

Two explosions happened within an hour of each other along the North Shore of Staten Island, leaving 16 people injured, the police said.
Trump Live Updates: Warsh Is Set to Be Sworn In as Fed Chair
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