Media and Democrats Slammed for ‘Vile’ Reaction to Tulsi Gabbard’s Resignation

Democrats and media elites are under fire for their “vile” reactions to Tulsi Gabbard’s resignation as director of national intelligence, a move prompted by her husband’s cancer diagnosis. The backlash is fierce, with many calling out the lack of empathy displayed in the wake of such personal turmoil.

On “Fox & Friends Weekend,” Tony Kinnett, a national correspondent for The Daily Signal, didn’t hold back. He slammed the immediate political opportunism that followed Gabbard’s announcement. “The social media ecosystem thrives on spitting out the spiciest takes as soon as news breaks,” Kinnett stated, emphasizing how these reactions expose the “disgusting” character of those involved.

Gabbard’s last day in her high-profile role is set for June 30. In her resignation letter, obtained by Fox News Digital, she expressed her “deep gratitude” for the position but revealed that her husband, Abraham, has been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer.

Yet, instead of offering support, some media figures and Democratic lawmakers took jabs at Gabbard. On CNN, former Deputy DNI Beth Sanner offered hollow condolences before quipping that Gabbard’s title stood for “Do Not Invite.”

Senator Adam Schiff, D-Calif., joined the fray on social media, stating that Gabbard’s resignation was her only meaningful contribution to national security. “While we should sympathize with her circumstances, let’s be clear: Tulsi Gabbard’s only positive contribution to our nation’s national security is her resignation,” he posted on X.

Kinnett argued that this quick pivot to political commentary on such a deeply personal issue signals a troubling trend in today’s political discourse. “The most principled thing you can do as a spouse is to step back from your career when your partner needs you,” he asserted, criticizing the lack of character shown by Gabbard's detractors.

Gabbard, who took office in February 2025, is not just a political figure; she’s a US Army Reserve officer and combat veteran. After serving multiple terms in Congress as a Democrat, she left the party to become an independent before aligning with the Republican Party.

In her heartfelt resignation letter, Gabbard reflected on her husband being her “rock” throughout their 11 years of marriage and during challenging deployments. She stated, “I cannot in good conscience ask him to face this fight alone while I continue in this demanding and time-consuming position.”

President Trump weighed in on Truth Social, praising Gabbard for prioritizing her husband during this tough battle. “I have no doubt he will soon be better than ever. Tulsi has done an incredible job, and we will miss her,” he wrote.