Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), announced her resignation effective June 30, 2026, due to her husband Abraham's recent diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer. In her resignation letter shared on social media, Gabbard emphasized the importance of being by her husband's side during his treatment. President Donald Trump acknowledged her contributions, stating, 'Tulsi has done an incredible job, and we will miss her.' Following her announcement, numerous tributes poured in from political figures, including Vice President JD Vance and Senator Lindsey Graham, who expressed their support for Gabbard and her family during this difficult time. However, not all reactions were positive; Senator Adam Schiff criticized Gabbard's legacy, claiming she politicized intelligence and dismantled essential agencies that ensure American safety. Throughout her tenure, Gabbard focused on restructuring the intelligence community, which included efforts to reduce agency size and eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. As Gabbard steps down, Aaron Lukas, her Principal Deputy, is set to take over as the Acting DNI.