Gabbard is transferring her business to her spouse in a move experts said could create conflict of interest concerns.

Tulsi Gabbard is expected to face tough questions about her past comments about Russia, Syria and a key government surveillance program as lawmakers vet her to lead the nation’s intelligence service.

Danica Patrick, known for her strong motorsport career as a female in the industry, has recently confirmed her support for Tulsi Gabbard, nominated by President Donald Trump for the role of National Intelligence Director. She used her Instagram stories, via Sportskeeda, to share a Newsmax post that defended Gabbard (below).

Donald Trump’s pick for director of national intelligence faces battle in Senate over Assad regime relationship

Dozens of former intelligence officials are urging U.S. senators to confirm former Democrat Rep. Tulsi Gabbard as the new Director

After years of voting against domestic surveillance capabilities, President Donald Trump’s choice for director of national intelligence now says she supports the continuation of those programs.

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Tulsi Gabbard is expected to face tough questions about her past comments about Russia, Syria and a key government surveillance program as lawmakers vet her to lead the nation’s intelligence service

In 2012, Tulsi Gabbard was seen as the future of the Democratic party. She gave a headline speech at the convention nominating Barack Obama for his second term. Pelosi praised her. Vogue deemed her the next “Democratic Party star.”

Sen. Susan Collins will be in the spotlight this week as high profile hearings get underway for two of President Donald Trump's most controversial cabinet appointees. But it will require some extra hustle from Maine's senior senator.