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Tulsi Gabbard resigned as Director of National Intelligence on May 22, 2026, citing her husband Abraham Williams' diagnosis with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. Her last day is June 30, 2026. Principal Deputy DNI Aaron Lukas will serve as acting director.
The Senate voted 50-47 on May 19, 2026 to advance a war powers resolution directing the removal of U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran — the first time such a measure succeeded after seven prior failed attempts. Four Republicans crossed party lines: Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Bill Cassidy (who flipped after losing his Louisiana GOP primary). Sen. John Fetterman was the lone Democrat to oppose. The resolution must still pass a final vote and clear the House before reaching President Trump, who is expected to veto.