Watch: Rep. Himes questions Gabbard about evidence of foreign interference in U.S. elections

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March 19, 2026
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Rep. Himes questioned DNI Gabbard about evidence of foreign interference in U.S. elections and FBI investigations.

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Rep. Jim Himes questioned Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard during a hearing about an FBI search of election headquarters in Fulton County, Georgia, and pressed her on whether she has found credible evidence of foreign interference in U.S. elections. Himes also asked FBI Director Kash Patel about ongoing investigations into noncitizens voting. The exchange reflects ongoing congressional scrutiny of election integrity claims and the Trump administration's approach to investigating voting irregularities. Gabbard and Patel, both Trump appointees in intelligence and law enforcement roles, are leading efforts the administration says are aimed at securing elections. The line of questioning suggests potential tension between Democratic lawmakers and the White House over what constitutes credible evidence of electoral threats.

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