![Mitch McConnell only Republican to vote against Trump's director of national intelligence Tulsi Gabbard](https://decode11.com/media/2025/02/msid-118187551imgsize-915675-WMBBUo-1024x576.png)
Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell was the only Republican to vote against Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation as director of national intelligence, citing her stance on Edward Snowden. Despite his ‘no’ vote, Gabbard was confirmed in a 52-48 vote. McConnell’s decision faced backlash from Republicans, with some calling for his removal from the Senate.