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Tulsi Gabbard Releases Documents That Could Change the Narrative on a Major Political Scandal
In a stunning and potentially game-changing move, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has declassified over 100 documents that she claims expose the inner workings of a coordinated effort to undermine the outcome of the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
Appearing on Hannity Friday night, Gabbard detailed how former President Barack Obama and several high-ranking members of his national security team—including James Comey, John Brennan, James Clapper, and Susan Rice—allegedly orchestrated an intelligence-based campaign to discredit then-candidate and later President Donald Trump.
While the Russia collusion narrative has long been a point of partisan debate, these newly released documents aim to shed light on what Gabbard describes as a “manufactured, politicized piece of intelligence” that fueled the years-long investigation into President Trump, ultimately leading to special counsel probes, media firestorms, and multiple impeachment efforts.
“Overwhelming Evidence”
According to Gabbard, the documents contain “overwhelming evidence” that key figures within the Obama administration made intentional and coordinated decisions to craft a narrative of Russian interference tied to Trump—despite internal intelligence assessments casting serious doubt on the credibility of the sources used, including the now-discredited Steele dossier.
“These documents spell out in great detail exactly what happens when some of the most powerful people in our country intentionally weaponize intelligence for political gain,” Gabbard told Hannity.
She further argued that the effort amounted to a “years-long coup” against the incoming Trump administration, the goal of which was to overturn the will of the American people through a calculated information operation.
The High Cost of Political Games
Gabbard emphasized that the consequences were not just political—they were personal, institutional, and financial. The documents detail the ripple effects of the manufactured intelligence claims: an investigation that cost nearly $40 million, a divided country, strained international relations, and what she described as the erosion of public trust in America’s institutions.
“From the Mueller probe to endless smears and attacks on President Trump, to members of his team being jailed, and even diplomatic tensions with Russia—this wasn’t just a political drama, it was a national crisis,” she said.
A “Treasonous Conspiracy”?
In a follow-up interview on Fox & Friends Saturday morning, Gabbard didn’t mince words. She called the actions outlined in the declassified documents a “treasonous conspiracy” and demanded real accountability.
“No one is above the law—not even a former president,” she said. “If the intelligence professionals and cabinet officials involved in this coordinated attempt to subvert democracy go unpunished, then we are setting a dangerous precedent for the future of our republic.”
She continued, stating that she had already referred the full set of documents to the Department of Justice for further investigation, and is calling not just for inquiries but for “action.”
Implications for Obama, Comey, Brennan, and Others
While the documents have only just been made public, early summaries suggest they contain detailed communications, meeting notes, and internal memos from the Obama-era intelligence community. These records reportedly show the evolution of the Russia narrative and how certain pieces of intelligence were elevated or ignored based on their political value rather than their factual basis.
Fox News Digital has reached out to representatives for Barack Obama, James Comey, John Brennan, James Clapper, Susan Rice, and Loretta Lynch. As of Saturday, none have responded to Gabbard’s revelations.
Steele Dossier Resurfaces
The infamous Steele dossier also reemerged in the discussion. Gabbard pointed out that the dossier, which played a major role in obtaining FISA warrants and shaping public opinion during the early days of the Russia investigation, was cited despite warnings from within the intelligence community about its credibility.
“The Steele dossier was flagged as unreliable well before it became the centerpiece of an effort to investigate Trump,” Gabbard said. “Yet it was knowingly used to justify surveillance and further fuel the media narrative.”
This specific detail may carry legal implications for those involved in approving or relying on the dossier to support FISA applications and other surveillance actions.
A Moment of Reckoning?
The release of these documents and Gabbard’s on-air accusations come at a critical moment in U.S. politics. Trust in government institutions, particularly those involved in intelligence and justice, has been eroding for years. The new evidence may further inflame that distrust—or serve as a turning point for reform and accountability.
Gabbard, a former Democrat-turned-independent and military veteran, is no stranger to calling out establishment figures on both sides of the aisle. But this move, especially in her current role as DNI, may prove to be her most consequential yet.
Why It Matters
The debate over what really happened in the lead-up to and aftermath of the 2016 election has raged for nearly a decade. With the release of these documents, we now have the potential to see—directly from the files—how key figures in U.S. intelligence and government perceived, processed, and acted upon the information they had.
Whether the DOJ acts on Gabbard’s referral remains to be seen. But the political and legal reverberations are already being felt across Washington and beyond.
This story is likely far from over.
