Senate advances Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for DNI, despite objections over her past stances.

The U.S. Senate has advanced former congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard's nomination to become the Director of National Intelligence, after a 52-46 vote along party lines. Gabbard's confirmation is expected in an upcoming vote, despite Democratic objections over her past comments on Russia, her meeting with Syrian leader Assad, and her support for Edward Snowden. The final vote is scheduled for late Tuesday or early Wednesday.

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