Full History Of Tulsi Gabbard In Timeline From 1915

1915: Spoke about 1915 mass killings

While talking about the 1915 mass killings, Gabbard said, "the Ottoman Empire was attempting to cleanse itself of the Armenian and Christian populations, and the US became home to many survivors".

April 12, 1981: Tulsi Gabbard Born

On April 12, 1981, Tulsi Gabbard was born in Leloaloa, Maʻopūtasi County, American Samoa. She is an American politician and military officer who has served as the 8th director of national intelligence (DNI) since 2025.

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1983: Family Moved Back to Hawaii

In 1983, when Gabbard was two years old, her family moved back to Hawaii.

1988: Parents owned The Natural Deli

From 1988, Tulsi Gabbard's parents owned a small vegetarian restaurant, The Natural Deli in Moiliili, Hawaii.

1992: Parents no longer owned The Natural Deli

By 1992, Tulsi Gabbard's parents no longer owned The Natural Deli in Moiliili, Hawaii.

1998: Support for Father's Campaign Against Gay Marriage

In 1998, at age 17, Tulsi Gabbard supported her father's successful campaign to amend the Constitution of Hawaii, giving lawmakers the power to "reserve marriage to opposite-sex couples".

2002: Hawaii State Legislature

In 2002, Tulsi Gabbard, at age 21, became the youngest state legislator in Hawaii after being elected to the Hawaii State Legislature.

2002: Won Election to Hawaii House of Representatives

In 2002, after redistricting, Tulsi Gabbard won the four-candidate Democratic primary for the 42nd district of the Hawaii House of Representatives with a plurality of 43% of the vote. Gabbard then won the general election with 60.7% of the vote, defeating Republican Alfonso Jimenez. At the age of 21, Gabbard became the youngest legislator ever elected in Hawaii's history, and was at the time the youngest woman ever elected to a U.S. state legislature.

2002: Dropped out of Leeward Community College and ran for election

In 2002, at the age of 21, Tulsi Gabbard dropped out of Leeward Community College to run for election to the Hawaii state legislature, becoming the youngest woman ever elected as a U.S. state representative.

2002: Married Eduardo Tamayo

In 2002, at the age of 21, Tulsi Gabbard married Eduardo Tamayo.

April 2003: Enlisted in the Hawaii Army National Guard

In April 2003, while serving in the Hawaii State Legislature, Tulsi Gabbard enlisted in the Hawaii Army National Guard.

2003: Joined the Hawaii Army National Guard

In 2003, Tulsi Gabbard joined the Hawaii Army National Guard.

July 2004: Deployed to Iraq

In July 2004, Tulsi Gabbard was deployed for a 12-month tour in Iraq, serving as a specialist with the Medical Company, 29th Support Battalion, 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team of the Hawaii Army National Guard.

August 2004: Announced she would not campaign for a second term

In August 2004, after filing for reelection but then volunteering for Army National Guard service in Iraq, and facing calls for her resignation, Tulsi Gabbard announced that she would not campaign for a second term.

2004: Deployed to Iraq

From 2004 to 2005, Tulsi Gabbard was deployed to Iraq, where she served as a specialist with the medical unit.

2004: Hawaii State Legislature

In 2004, Tulsi Gabbard served in the Hawaii State Legislature.

2005: Served in Iraq

From 2004 to 2005, Tulsi Gabbard served in Iraq with the National Guard.

2005: Completion of Tour in Iraq

In 2005, Tulsi Gabbard completed her tour in Iraq at Logistical Support Area Anaconda. Because of the deployment, she chose not to campaign for reelection to the state legislature.

2005: Received Combat Medical Badge

In 2005, Tulsi Gabbard received a Combat Medical Badge for "participation in combat operations under enemy hostile fire in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III." She has also been awarded the Meritorious Service Medal from the United States and the German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency.

2006: Divorced Eduardo Tamayo

In 2006, Tulsi Gabbard divorced Eduardo Tamayo, citing the stresses war places on military spouses and families as the reason.

March 2007: Graduated from Accelerated Officer Candidate School

In March 2007, Tulsi Gabbard graduated from the Accelerated Officer Candidate School at the Alabama Military Academy at the top of her class, becoming the first woman ever to do so. After successfully completing the officer training, Gabbard was commissioned as a second lieutenant, and assigned to the 29th Infantry Brigade Special Troops Battalion, this time to serve as an Army Military Police officer.

2007: Nancy Pelosi visit to Syria

In 2007, Nancy Pelosi visited Syria. Tulsi Gabbard's January 2017 visit to Syria was the first by a U.S. lawmaker since Pelosi's.

2007: Completed Officer Training

In 2007, Tulsi Gabbard completed the officer training program at the Alabama Military Academy.

2008: Stationed in Kuwait

From 2008 to 2009, Tulsi Gabbard was stationed in Kuwait as an Army Military Police platoon leader. She was one of the first women to enter a Kuwaiti military facility, as well as the first woman to receive an award of appreciation from the Kuwait National Guard.

2009: Stationed in Kuwait

From 2008 to 2009, Tulsi Gabbard was stationed in Kuwait as an Army Military Police platoon leader. She was one of the first women to enter a Kuwaiti military facility, as well as the first woman to receive an award of appreciation from the Kuwait National Guard.

2009: Graduated from Hawaii Pacific University

In 2009, Tulsi Gabbard graduated from Hawaii Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in international business.

2009: Ran for a seat on the Honolulu City Council

In 2009, Tulsi Gabbard ran for a seat on the Honolulu City Council vacated by City Councilman Rod Tam.

September 2010: Finished First in Honolulu City Council Primary

In September 2010, Tulsi Gabbard finished first with 26.8% of the vote in the 10-candidate nonpartisan open primary for Honolulu City Council. At the time of her campaign for the council, Gabbard was still publicly known as "Tulsi Gabbard Tamayo".

May 2011: Declared Candidacy for Open House Seat

In May 2011, Tulsi Gabbard declared her candidacy for the open House seat for Hawaii's 2nd congressional district.

2011: U.S. involvement in Syria

In 2018, Tulsi Gabbard characterized the U.S. as waging a regime change war in Syria since 2011.

August 16, 2012: Resigned from Honolulu City Council

On August 16, 2012, Tulsi Gabbard resigned from the Honolulu City Council to focus on her congressional campaign.

December 2012: Applied for appointment to U.S. Senate seat

In December 2012, Tulsi Gabbard applied for appointment to the U.S. Senate seat vacated by the death of Daniel Inouye. Despite support from some prominent mainland Democrats, she was not among the three candidates forwarded to the governor by the Hawaii Democratic Party.

2012: Apology for Anti-Gay Advocacy

In 2012, Tulsi Gabbard apologized for her "anti-gay advocacy" and pledged to "fight for the repeal" of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).

2012: Elected to U.S. House of Representatives

In 2012, Tulsi Gabbard was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Hawaii's 2nd congressional district, becoming the first Samoan American and Hindu American member of U.S. Congress.

2012: Spoke at 2012 Democratic National Convention

In 2012, as the Democratic nominee, Tulsi Gabbard was invited by House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi to speak at the 2012 Democratic National Convention, where she was introduced as "an emerging star." In the general election, she defeated Republican Kawika Crowley with 80.6% of the vote, becoming the first voting Samoan American and first Hindu member of Congress.

January 22, 2013: Gabbard Elected as DNC Vice Chair

On January 22, 2013, Tulsi Gabbard was unanimously elected as a vice chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC).

March 2013: Introduced the Helping Heroes Fly Act

In March 2013, Tulsi Gabbard introduced the Helping Heroes Fly Act to expedite airport security screening for severely wounded veterans. The bill received bipartisan support, passed unanimously in both chambers of Congress, and was signed into law by President Obama.

June 2013: Cosponsor of Legislation to Repeal DOMA

In June 2013, Tulsi Gabbard became an initial cosponsor of legislation aimed at repealing the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).

November 25, 2013: Received John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award

On November 25, 2013, Tulsi Gabbard received the John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award for her efforts on behalf of veterans at a ceremony at the Institute of Politics at Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government.

2013: Support for Immigration Reform

Between 2013 and 2021, Tulsi Gabbard expressed support for an easier path to citizenship for immigrants without legal status, increasing skilled immigration, and granting work visas to immigrants.

2013: Criticism of Obama Administration's Stance on Islamic Extremism

During her appearances on Fox News between 2013 and 2017, Tulsi Gabbard faulted President Obama over his refusal to refer to the Islamic State's beliefs and terrorism as "Islamic extremism" or "radical Islam".

2013: Vice-Chair of the DNC

From 2013 to 2016, Tulsi Gabbard served as vice-chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC).

2013: U.S. Representative for Hawaii

In 2013, Tulsi Gabbard began serving as the U.S. representative for Hawaii's 2nd congressional district.

2013: Signing of Amicus Brief Supporting Gay Marriage

In 2013, Tulsi Gabbard signed an amicus brief supporting gay marriage, marking a shift from her earlier stance on LGBTQ+ rights.

2013: Took oath of office

In 2013, Tulsi Gabbard took the oath of office with her personal copy of the Bhagavad Gita.

March 20, 2014: Honored by Elle magazine

On March 20, 2014, Elle magazine honored Tulsi Gabbard at the Italian Embassy in the United States during its annual Women in Washington Power List.

2014: Reelected to Congress

In 2014, Tulsi Gabbard was reelected to Congress, defeating Republican Kawika Crowley with 78.7% of the vote.

2014: Presented Bhagavad Gita to Narendra Modi

In 2014, as a Congresswoman, Tulsi Gabbard presented a copy of the Bhagavad Gita to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his visit to the United States. She also supported Modi's efforts for the declaration of an International Yoga Day by the United Nations.

February 26, 2015: Received County Alumni Award

On February 26, 2015, Tulsi Gabbard received the National Association of Counties County Alumni Award for her steadfast commitment to the nation's counties.

July 15, 2015: Received Friend of the National Parks Award

On July 15, 2015, Tulsi Gabbard received the Friend of the National Parks Award from the National Parks Conservation Association.

September 2015: Gabbard Criticizes DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz

In September 2015, Tulsi Gabbard criticized DNC chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz's decision to limit the number of debates in the 2016 Democratic primary.

October 12, 2015: Promoted to Major

On October 12, 2015, Tulsi Gabbard was promoted from the rank of captain to major at a ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.

October 2015: Reportedly Asked Not to Attend Debate

Following her criticism, Tulsi Gabbard was reportedly asked not to attend the October 2015 debate in Las Vegas.

November 2015: Introduced Talia's Law

In November 2015, Tulsi Gabbard introduced Talia's Law, aimed at preventing child abuse and neglect on military bases.

2015: Married Abraham Williams

In 2015, Tulsi Gabbard married freelance cinematographer and editor Abraham Williams in a traditional Vedic Hindu wedding.

2015: Meeting with Egyptian dictator al-Sisi

In 2015, Tulsi Gabbard met with Egyptian dictator Abd al-Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo. Following the meeting, she praised Sisi's "great courage and leadership" in his regime's war against "Islamist ideology." This close engagement with Sisi, who was responsible for the Rabaa massacre, drew widespread criticism.

2015: Support for Increased Border Security

In 2015, Tulsi Gabbard, along with 47 other Democrats, voiced her support for increased border security measures and voted with Republicans to vet Iraqi and Syrian refugees.

2015: Became a Major

In 2015, while serving in Congress, Tulsi Gabbard became a major with the Hawaii Army National Guard.

2015: Criticism of Obama Administration's Stance on Islamic Extremists

In a 2015 interview with CNN's Wolf Blitzer, Tulsi Gabbard criticized the Obama administration for "refusing" to say that the "real enemy" of the United States is Islamic extremists.

February 2016: Congress passed Talia's Law

In February 2016, Congress passed Talia's Law, which was introduced by Tulsi Gabbard.

February 28, 2016: Gabbard Resigns as DNC Vice Chair and Endorses Bernie Sanders

On February 28, 2016, Tulsi Gabbard resigned as DNC vice chair to endorse Bernie Sanders for president. She later discussed her resignation on Meet the Press and launched a petition to eliminate superdelegates in the Democratic nomination process.

December 2016: Talia's Law Signed into Law

In December 2016, Talia's Law was signed into law after being passed by Congress.

December 2016: Congressional Gold Medal Awarded to Filipino Veterans

In December 2016, a bill co-sponsored by Tulsi Gabbard and Senator Hirono to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Filipino and Filipino American veterans of World War II was signed into law by President Obama.

2016: Gabbard Listed as Sanders's Running Mate and Mentioned as Potential Presidential Candidate

During the 2016 election, Tulsi Gabbard was listed as Bernie Sanders's running mate for write-in votes in California. Shortly after the 2016 election, she was mentioned as a potential 2020 presidential candidate.

2016: Views on Foreign Policy and Military Interventionism

In 2016, Tulsi Gabbard described herself as a hawk "when it comes to the war against terrorists", but a dove "when it comes to counterproductive wars of regime change".

2016: Endorsed Bernie Sanders

In 2016, Tulsi Gabbard resigned from her position as vice-chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) to endorse Bernie Sanders for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination.

2016: Support for Standing Rock Sioux Tribe

In 2016, Tulsi Gabbard supported the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe against the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline, co-signing a letter to the Obama administration to address tribal concerns.

2016: Supported Diwali commemorative stamp

In 2016, Tulsi Gabbard supported the campaign by Hindu Americans for a Diwali commemorative stamp in the United States, noting that the Diwali festival honors values such as righteousness that transcend different religions, and backgrounds.

2016: Vote Against GMO-Labeling Bill

In 2016, Tulsi Gabbard voted against a GMO-labeling bill, deeming it too weak.

2016: Reelected to Congress

In 2016, Tulsi Gabbard was reelected to Congress with 81.2% of the vote, defeating Republican Angela Kaaihue.

January 2017: Visit to Syria and Lebanon

In January 2017, Tulsi Gabbard undertook a one-week "fact-finding mission" to Syria and Lebanon. During this trip, she met with various political and religious leaders and had two unplanned meetings with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. The visit was arranged by individuals connected to the Syrian Social Nationalist Party.

April 2017: Response to Khan Shaykhun Chemical Attack

In April 2017, following the Khan Shaykhun chemical attack, Tulsi Gabbard was interviewed by Wolf Blitzer on CNN. She emphasized the need for evidence and facts, stating she would denounce Assad as a war criminal if found responsible by an independent investigation. She also expressed skepticism, warning against repeating a counterproductive regime war without clear evidence and congressional consent.

2017: Criticism of Obama Administration's Stance on Islamic Extremism

During her appearances on Fox News between 2013 and 2017, Tulsi Gabbard faulted President Obama over his refusal to refer to the Islamic State's beliefs and terrorism as "Islamic extremism" or "radical Islam".

2017: Statements on Syrian conflict

Following her visit to Syria, in 2017, Tulsi Gabbard stated that there is no difference between "moderate" rebels and al-Qaeda or ISIS, and that they are all the same. She described the conflict as a war between terrorists and the Syrian government.

2017: Gabbard Endorses Keith Ellison for DNC Chair

In 2017, Tulsi Gabbard endorsed Keith Ellison for DNC chair.

2017: Introduced the Off Fossil Fuels (OFF) Act

In 2017, Tulsi Gabbard introduced the Off Fossil Fuels (OFF) Act, which aimed for a transition to 100% clean energy by 2035.

2017: Introduction of Stop Arming Terrorists Act

In 2017, Tulsi Gabbard introduced the Stop Arming Terrorists Act. The Act subsequently became law on December 20, 2019, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020, prohibiting the Department of Defense from knowingly providing support to Al Qaeda or other terrorist groups.

2017: Visited Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh

In 2017, Tulsi Gabbard was part of a team of U.S. lawmakers that visited Armenia and the then-disputed breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh. As a result, she was blacklisted by Azerbaijan.

2017: Clarification on Skepticism of Assad's Use of Chemical Weapons

On March 10, 2019, in a CNN Townhall, Tulsi Gabbard clarified that her skepticism regarding the use of chemical weapons in Syria was specifically around incidents in 2017, which were used as an excuse to launch a U.S. military attack in Syria. She stated that chemical weapons have been used by both the Syrian government and terrorist groups.

September 2018: Co-sponsored the No More Presidential Wars Act

In September 2018, Tulsi Gabbard and Republican Representative Walter Jones co-sponsored the No More Presidential Wars Act to reaffirm Congress's authority over war declarations.

September 30, 2018: Received Ho'ola Na Pua Advocacy Award

On September 30, 2018, Tulsi Gabbard received the Ho'ola Na Pua Advocacy Award for her dedication to serving and empowering human trafficking survivors in Hawaii at their annual Pearl Gala.

October 16, 2018: Honored as Distinguished Alumni

On October 16, 2018, Tulsi Gabbard was honored as Hawaii Pacific University's 2018 Paul T. C. Loo Distinguished Alumni.

2018: Characterization of U.S. involvement in Syria

In 2018, Tulsi Gabbard characterized the U.S. as waging a regime change war in Syria since 2011.

2018: Introduced the Securing America's Election Act

In 2018, Tulsi Gabbard introduced the Securing America's Election Act, requiring all voting districts to use paper ballots to ensure an auditable paper trail. The bill was endorsed by the nonpartisan watchdog group Common Cause.

2018: Amendment to Improve Protective Equipment for Civil Defense Agencies

In 2018, Tulsi Gabbard successfully passed an amendment to improve protective equipment for civil defense agencies near volcanic activity.

February 2019: Gabbard Launches 2020 Presidential Campaign

In February 2019, Tulsi Gabbard officially launched her 2020 presidential campaign. She was the first female combat veteran to run for president.

February 2019: Statements on Assad and U.S. foreign policy

In February 2019, during an interview with MSNBC, Tulsi Gabbard stated that Assad is not the enemy of the United States. She later stated on CNN that while Assad is a brutal dictator, the U.S. should not be waging regime-change wars around the world.

February 2019: Reports on Gabbard's Skepticism Regarding Assad

In February 2019, during the run-up to her presidential campaign, news outlets reported that Tulsi Gabbard had called for evidence to be presented to Congress regarding the Khan Shaykhun chemical attack in Syria and that she was skeptical about the Assad regime's responsibility.

March 10, 2019: Clarification on Skepticism of Assad's Use of Chemical Weapons

On March 10, 2019, in a CNN Townhall, Tulsi Gabbard clarified that her skepticism regarding the use of chemical weapons in Syria was specifically around incidents in 2017, which were used as an excuse to launch a U.S. military attack in Syria. She stated that chemical weapons have been used by both the Syrian government and terrorist groups.

July 2019: Gabbard Visits Puerto Rico and Joins Protests

In July 2019, Tulsi Gabbard was the only 2020 presidential candidate to visit Puerto Rico and join protests urging Governor Ricardo Rosselló to resign.

August 2019: Statements on Assad's Dictatorship

In August 2019, Tulsi Gabbard stated that Assad is "a brutal dictator. Just like Saddam Hussein. Just like Gadhafi in Libya". She said she is outspoken about ending regime-change wars because of the high human cost and impact on fellow service members.

August 2019: Publication of "Reports on Chemical Attacks in Syria"

In August 2019, the Tulsi 2020 presidential campaign published "Reports on Chemical Attacks in Syria", a compilation of analyses on two attacks, stating there "is evidence" that both sides have used chemical weapons in Syria. Gabbard "remained skeptical" of the Khan Shaykhun and Douma chemical attacks, expressing concern about over-reliance on social media posts to support military actions.

September 2019: Media Coverage Summarized as Negative

In September 2019, media coverage of Tulsi Gabbard's presidential campaign was summarized by Vanity Fair as being exceptionally negative. Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti described Gabbard as "the most unfairly maligned person in Washington."

October 2019: McCarthyism Had Gone Mainstream

In October 2019, James Carden of The Nation wrote that "McCarthyism had gone mainstream" as media attacked Tulsi Gabbard. He viewed the Clinton-Gabbard feud as part of "a long campaign of vilification against critics of the Russia consensus."

October 2019: Gabbard Qualifies for Fourth Democratic Debate

In October 2019, Tulsi Gabbard qualified for the fourth Democratic primary debate in Ohio.

October 2019: Hillary Clinton Suggests Gabbard is a "Russian Asset"

In October 2019, former secretary of state Hillary Clinton suggested that Tulsi Gabbard was a "Russian asset." This accusation was met with widespread defense of Gabbard from fellow presidential candidates and others.

October 25, 2019: Gabbard Announces She Will Not Seek Reelection

On October 25, 2019, Tulsi Gabbard announced that she would not seek reelection in 2020, citing her presidential campaign as the reason.

December 2019: Saturday Night Live Parodies Gabbard

After the December 2019 debate, Saturday Night Live's parodies of the debates showed Tulsi Gabbard as the villain, introducing her with menacing music and flashing lights.

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December 2019: Vote on Impeachment of President Trump

In December 2019, Tulsi Gabbard voted "present" during the House of Representatives' vote to impeach President Trump, citing The Federalist Papers essay No. 65 and describing her vote as a protest against "a political zero-sum game".

December 20, 2019: Stop Arming Terrorists Act Becomes Law

On December 20, 2019, the Stop Arming Terrorists Act, which Tulsi Gabbard introduced in 2017, became law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020. The act prohibits the Department of Defense from knowingly providing support to Al Qaeda or other terrorist groups.

2019: Views Putin as a U.S. Adversary

In 2019, Tulsi Gabbard affirmed on MSNBC's Morning Joe that she views Putin as a U.S. adversary.

2019: Co-sponsored Armenian Genocide Resolution

In 2019, Tulsi Gabbard co-sponsored the Armenian Genocide Resolution, along with several other U.S. senators and U.S. representatives, to lock in official U.S. recognition and permanent remembrance of the Armenian genocide.

2019: Amendment to National Defense Authorization Act

In 2019, Tulsi Gabbard successfully passed an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, requiring the Department of Energy to reexamine the safety of the Runit Dome, a leaking Cold War-era nuclear waste site in the Marshall Islands.

2019: Apology for Past Anti-Gay Views

In 2019, after launching her presidential campaign, Tulsi Gabbard apologized for her past anti-gay views, stating that her views had been changed by her experience in the military "with LGBTQ service members, both here at home and while deployed".

January 2020: Call for Drug Legalization

In January 2020, Tulsi Gabbard advocated for the legalization and regulation of all drugs, referencing Portugal's drug decriminalization model.

January 2020: Gabbard Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Clinton

In January 2020, Tulsi Gabbard filed a legal defamation lawsuit against Hillary Clinton over the "Russian asset" assertion.

March 3, 2020: Gabbard Earns Delegates in American Samoa

On March 3, 2020, Tulsi Gabbard earned two delegates in American Samoa, making her the second woman of color (after Shirley Chisholm) and the first Asian-American and Pacific-Islander presidential candidate to earn primary delegates.

March 2020: Dropped Presidential Campaign and endorsed Joe Biden

In March 2020, Tulsi Gabbard dropped out of her 2020 presidential campaign and endorsed Joe Biden.

March 19, 2020: Gabbard Drops Out of 2020 Election and Endorses Joe Biden

On March 19, 2020, Tulsi Gabbard dropped out of the 2020 election and endorsed former vice president Joe Biden.

June 2020: Transfer to 351st Civil Affairs Command

In June 2020, Tulsi Gabbard continued to serve as a major in the Hawaii Army National Guard until her transfer to the 351st Civil Affairs Command, a California-based United States Army Reserve unit assigned to the United States Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command.

June 2020: Introduction of Amendment to NDAA

In June 2020, Tulsi Gabbard introduced an amendment to the House version of the 2021 NDAA, proposing to allow members of the Armed Services to use products containing CBD and other hemp derivatives.

July 2020: Gabbard Meets with Vanessa Guillén's Family

In July 2020, Tulsi Gabbard met with the family of Vanessa Guillén, a U.S. Army soldier who was murdered after being reported missing. Gabbard, as a fellow service member, called for reforms to address military sexual harassment, standing in support of Guillén and her family.

August 2020: Gabbard Advocates for Jennifer Smith

In August 2020, Tulsi Gabbard advocated for Jennifer Smith, a Hawaii Department of Health epidemiologist who reported issues with the state's COVID-19 contact tracing program. Smith was placed on paid leave, and Gabbard supported her reinstatement.

September 2020: Gabbard Converts Campaign Committee and Criticizes Netflix's 'Cuties'

In September 2020, Tulsi Gabbard converted her presidential campaign committee, Tulsi Now, into Tulsi Aloha, a leadership PAC. In September 2020, she also criticized Netflix over the film Cuties, arguing that it contributed to the exploitation of children.

October 2020: Gabbard Introduces Bills on Snowden and Assange

In October 2020, Tulsi Gabbard, alongside Representative Matt Gaetz, introduced a bill calling for the U.S. to drop criminal charges against Edward Snowden. Additionally, in October 2020, she introduced a similar bill with Representative Thomas Massie advocating for Julian Assange's release from prison in the United Kingdom.

2020: Criticism of Trump's China Policy

During her 2020 presidential campaign, Tulsi Gabbard criticized President Donald Trump's confrontational attitude toward China and his trade war, proposing a cooperative relationship to address global challenges such as climate change and denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.

2020: Gabbard Criticizes Kamala Harris During Democratic Primary Debate

During the second 2020 Democratic primary debate, Tulsi Gabbard criticized Kamala Harris's record as attorney general of California, accusing her of holding innocent people on death row and asserting that Harris owed them an apology. Gabbard was also the most frequently Googled candidate after the first, second, and fourth debates.

2020: Accused Turkey of inciting conflict

In 2020, Tulsi Gabbard accused Turkey of encouraging and inciting the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh. She also co-signed a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo expressing concern over Azerbaijan's renewed aggression against Artsakh and possible conflict with Armenia, urging the United States to intervene.

2020: Introduction of 'Protect Women's Sports Act'

In 2020, Tulsi Gabbard and Republican U.S. representative Markwayne Mullin introduced a bill titled the "Protect Women's Sports Act" that would seek to define Title IX protections on the basis of an individual's biological sex.

2020: Criticism of Baghdad International Airport airstrike

In 2020, Tulsi Gabbard criticized the U.S. military's Baghdad International Airport airstrike, which killed Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. She called it an act of war by President Donald Trump and a violation of the U.S. Constitution, stating that Trump lacked congressional authorization.

2020: Shifting Political Positions and Bill Introduction

In 2020, Tulsi Gabbard shifted towards Republican stances on social issues, including abortion, gun control, and transgender rights. She introduced a bill to ban trans women from female sports. These positions align with conservative viewpoints.

2020: Transferred to U.S. Army Reserve

In 2020, Tulsi Gabbard transferred to the U.S. Army Reserve.

2020: Presenter at Island Music Awards

In 2020, Tulsi Gabbard was a presenter at iHeartRadio Honolulu's virtual festival, Island Music Awards 2020.

2020: Faithless Elector Vote Nullified

In 2020, a Minnesota faithless elector cast a vote for Bernie Sanders as president and Tulsi Gabbard as vice president, though this vote was nullified per state law.

2020: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 enacted

In 2020, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 was enacted. This act included the Stop Arming Terrorists Act, which Tulsi Gabbard introduced in 2017 and prohibits the Department of Defense from knowingly providing support to Al Qaeda or other terrorist groups.

2020: Presidential Campaign run

In August 2019, the Tulsi 2020 presidential campaign published "Reports on Chemical Attacks in Syria", a compilation of analyses on two attacks, stating there "is evidence" that both sides have used chemical weapons in Syria. Gabbard "remained skeptical" of the Khan Shaykhun and Douma chemical attacks, expressing concern about over-reliance on social media posts to support military actions.

January 2021: Gabbard Launches Podcast and Appears on Fox News

In January 2021, Tulsi Gabbard launched her own podcast, called This is Tulsi Gabbard. Also in January 2021, she made several appearances on Fox News programs since leaving Congress.

July 4, 2021: Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

On July 4, 2021, Tulsi Gabbard was promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel, while she was deployed to the Horn of Africa working as a civil affairs officer in support of a special operations mission. Subsequently, Gabbard was given the command of the 1st Battalion, 354th Regiment, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As a lieutenant colonel, Gabbard has top-secret security clearance.

November 2021: Gabbard Celebrates Youngkin's Victory in Virginia

In November 2021, Tulsi Gabbard celebrated the victory of Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin in the Virginia Gubernatorial election over Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe.

2021: Support for Immigration Reform

Between 2013 and 2021, Tulsi Gabbard expressed support for an easier path to citizenship for immigrants without legal status, increasing skilled immigration, and granting work visas to immigrants.

2021: U.S. Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel

In 2021, Tulsi Gabbard held the rank of lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve.

2021: Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

In 2021, Tulsi Gabbard was promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve.

2021: Departure from Congress

In 2021, after her departure from Congress, Tulsi Gabbard took stances on issues such as abortion, foreign policy, border security and transgender rights that differed significantly from her former Democratic colleagues.

2021: NDAA Amendment

In 2021, an amendment was introduced to allow members of Armed Services to use products containing CBD and other hemp derivatives.

2021: Biden recognized the Ottoman-era mass killings of Armenians as a genocide

In 2021, despite opposition by Turkey, President Joe Biden recognized the Ottoman-era mass killings of Armenians as a genocide.

February 11, 2022: Suggested Guaranteeing Ukraine Won't Join NATO

On February 11, 2022, during the lead-up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Tulsi Gabbard suggested that President Biden could prevent a war with Russia by guaranteeing that Ukraine would not become a member of NATO. She also expressed skepticism about the motives behind not resolving the issue, blaming "warmongers on both sides in Washington" and suggesting the U.S. might want Russia to invade in order to impose sanctions and cement a new Cold War.

March 9, 2022: Concerns over Bio Agents in Ukraine

On March 9, 2022, Tulsi Gabbard expressed "extreme concern" over unsecured, dangerous bio agents in Ukraine during an appearance on Tucker Carlson's show, following comments from Victoria Nuland about Ukrainian biological research facilities.

March 13, 2022: Senator Romney's tweet on Gabbard's claims about US Biolabs

On February 11, 2025, during Senate consideration of the nomination of Gabbard for DNI, Senator Jack Reed quoted a tweet from Senator Mitt Romney from March 13, 2022, saying she made bogus claims about a US funded covert biological weapons program in Ukraine and that Tulsi Gabbard is parroting false Russian propaganda.

April 4, 2022: Criticism of Putin's Attack on Ukraine

On April 4, 2022, Tulsi Gabbard tweeted, criticizing President Putin's attack on Ukraine as a reprehensible and huge geopolitical error and calling for the withdrawal of Russian forces.

April 2022: Gabbard Expresses Support for Florida's Parental Rights Bill

In April 2022, Tulsi Gabbard expressed support for Florida's Parental Rights Bill, stating it didn't go far enough.

August 2022: Gabbard Starts Serving as Fill-in Host for Tucker Carlson Tonight

In August 2022, Tulsi Gabbard started serving as the fill-in host for Tucker Carlson Tonight.

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October 11, 2022: Gabbard Leaves Democratic Party

On October 11, 2022, Tulsi Gabbard announced on Twitter that she was leaving the Democratic Party, accusing its leadership of "cowardly wokeness, anti-white racism, [being] hostile to people of faith and spirituality, and dragging us closer to nuclear war".

November 2022: Gabbard Signs Deal with Fox News

In November 2022, after years of being a frequent guest on several of their programs, Tulsi Gabbard signed a deal with Fox News as a paid contributor.

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2022: Openness to Border Wall Proposal

By 2022, Tulsi Gabbard had stated she would consider a proposal for constructing a border wall if experts deemed it warranted.

2022: Endorsement of Florida Parental Rights in Education Act

In 2022, Tulsi Gabbard endorsed the Florida Parental Rights in Education Act, which restricts classroom discussions about sexual orientation or gender identity in Florida's public schools.

2022: Left the Democratic Party

In 2022, Tulsi Gabbard left the Democratic Party.

2022: Featured Speaker at CPAC

In 2022, Tulsi Gabbard was a featured speaker at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), indicating a further alignment with conservative political circles.

2022: Reports on Gabbard's Accusations Regarding US Biolabs in Ukraine

In 2022, following Donald Trump's nomination of Tulsi Gabbard for DNI, news organizations reported that Gabbard had accused the U.S. of running bioweapons laboratories in Ukraine. Other sources noted that she had clarified or "walked back" her remarks. Some reports indicated Gabbard "endorsed" Moscow's claim about Ukraine using the labs to create bioweapons, while others said she "expressed concerns" about Ukrainian possession of biological weapons.

October 7, 2023: Gabbard condemns Hamas' attack on Israel

On October 7, 2023, Tulsi Gabbard strongly condemned Hamas' attack on Israel, labeling Hamas an Islamist terrorist organization and expressing firm support for Israel.

November 2023: Attendance at March for Israel

In November 2023, Tulsi Gabbard attended the March for Israel at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., demonstrating her support for Israel.

December 2023: Concerns about the Remilitarization of Japan

In December 2023, Tulsi Gabbard questioned whether the ongoing remilitarization of Japan was a good idea, cautioning against shortsighted leaders leading to conflict with a remilitarized Japan.

February 22, 2024: Gabbard Speaks at CPAC

On February 22, 2024, Tulsi Gabbard was a featured speaker at CPAC, raising speculation of her candidacy as a potential vice-presidential selection.

March 2024: Gabbard Discussed as Potential Trump Running Mate

In March 2024, Donald Trump cited Tulsi Gabbard as one of his potential choices for his running mate.

August 26, 2024: Gabbard Endorses Trump's Re-election Bid

On August 26, 2024, Tulsi Gabbard endorsed Donald Trump's re-election bid during a National Guard Association gathering in Michigan.

August 30, 2024: Milbank Op-ed on Gabbard's Endorsement of Russian Propaganda

On August 30, 2024, Dana Milbank wrote in a Washington Post op-ed that Tulsi Gabbard endorsed Russian propaganda by falsely claiming the United States was funding biological laboratories in Ukraine that could spread dangerous pathogens.

October 22, 2024: Gabbard Joins the Republican Party

On October 22, 2024, while speaking at a Trump rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, Tulsi Gabbard announced she was joining the Republican Party.

November 13, 2024: Trump Nominates Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence

On November 13, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump nominated Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence (DNI), citing her military experience and leadership.

November 2024: Reports on Gabbard's Skepticism Regarding Assad

In November 2024, news outlets, including the BBC, reported that Tulsi Gabbard had called for evidence to be presented to Congress regarding the Khan Shaykhun chemical attack in Syria and that she was skeptical about the Assad regime's responsibility.

2024: Media Analysis of Gabbard's Russia Ties

In 2024, The New York Times noted that while Tulsi Gabbard's foreign policy positions have often resulted in praise from Russian media, no evidence has emerged of a connection between Gabbard and any Russian agencies.

2024: Endorsed Donald Trump and joined the Republican Party

In 2024, Tulsi Gabbard endorsed Donald Trump for the presidential election and joined the Republican Party later that year.

2024: Discussed IVF procedures

In 2024, Tulsi Gabbard mentioned that she and Williams had tried to start a family and had undergone several in-vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures, without success.

2024: Joined the Republican Party

In 2024, Tulsi Gabbard, formerly a Democrat, joined the Republican Party.

2024: Trump transition team clarified affiliation with SIF

In 2024, the Trump transition team stated that Tulsi Gabbard has no affiliation with the Science of Identity Foundation (SIF).

February 11, 2025: Senator Reed's comments on Gabbard's nomination for DNI

On February 11, 2025, during Senate consideration of the nomination of Gabbard for DNI, Senator Jack Reed said that she made bogus claims about a US funded covert biological weapons program in Ukraine and that Tulsi Gabbard is parroting false Russian propaganda.

February 2025: Confirmed as DNI

In February 2025, Tulsi Gabbard was confirmed by the Senate as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), becoming the highest-ranking Pacific Islander American government official in U.S. history, the youngest person to serve as DNI, and the first millennial to hold the office.