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Chrissy Houlahan, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Pennsylvania's 6th district, has recently expressed her concerns on social media regarding national and international security issues. Her statements reflect her position as a member of the House Intelligence Committee and her commitment to maintaining trust within the Intelligence Community (IC) and among allies.

On February 5, 2025, Houlahan voiced opposition to Tulsi Gabbard's potential confirmation as Director of National Intelligence (DNI). She stated that Gabbard "would not be given the responsibility to manage the IC’s 18 agencies and $76 billion annual budget" and urged constituents to contact their Senators to vote against Gabbard's confirmation in order to protect national interests. "She would not be given the responsibility to manage the IC’s 18 agencies and $76 billion annual budget. Tulsi Gabbard should not be confirmed as Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Call your Senators and tell them to vote no on Gabbard to keep us, our allies, and our…"

On the same day, she elaborated on her stance by highlighting her experience with the House Intelligence Committee. She emphasized that it is crucial for IC agencies to collaborate effectively and maintain trust with allies. According to Houlahan, "In the IC that I know, Tulsi Gabbard would not be granted a basic Secret Clearance," further underscoring her doubts about Gabbard's suitability for the DNI role. "From my work as a member of the House Intelligence Committee, I know it's essential that our Intelligence Community (IC) agencies work together seamlessly and that our allies trust them and us. In the IC that I know, Tulsi Gabbard would not be granted a basic Secret Clearance let…"

The following day, February 6, 2025, Houlahan addressed an international issue concerning President Trump's announcement regarding Gaza. She criticized his proposal "to take control of Gaza and force Palestinians to leave their homeland," describing it as a violation of both U.S. and international law. Houlahan expressed strong disapproval of what she perceived as casual advocacy for forced displacement by President Trump. "I am appalled by President Trump’s announcement to take control of Gaza and force Palestinians to leave their homeland. The forced displacement of millions of people is a crime violating both U.S. and international law, and for President Trump to advocate for this so casually is…"