The United States’ director of national intelligence has resigned after serving a year and a half in the Trump administration.
She announced her resignation Friday via a social media post, citing her husband’s health issues as the reason for her resignation.
The 45-year-old American politician thanks US President Donald Trump for giving him the opportunity to lead the Department of National Intelligence.
She added: “Unfortunately, I must tender my resignation, effective June 30, 2026. My husband, Abraham, was recently diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. »
Gabbard continued: “He will face major challenges in the weeks and months to come. At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him in this battle.”
Her resignation to the POTUS expresses her deep gratitude for her husband, who she said has been “my rock throughout our 11 years of marriage.”
Gabbard said she couldn’t let her husband lead the battle against bone cancer, adding, “I have to step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him in this battle.”
Over the years, Williams played an active role behind the scenes in Gabbard’s political career. He frequently helped his wife with campaign visuals, photography and digital media production.
Williams played an active role during his 2020 presidential campaign and subsequent political appearances.
Gabbard’s resignation marks the departure of the fourth high-ranking cabinet member in the first year and a half of Trump’s second term.
