Overview

• Sen. Rand Paul disclosed DHS documents confirming that federal air marshals surveilled Tulsi Gabbard during her domestic flights in 2024, reporting on her appearance and electronics usage.
• Gabbard, now Director of National Intelligence, described the surveillance as deeply stressful, leaving her feeling betrayed and constantly concerned about government monitoring.
• The surveillance was conducted under the TSA Quiet Skies program, which has faced criticism for misuse in politically motivated targeting of U.S. citizens.
• DHS Secretary Kristi Noem testified that thousands of CISA documents reveal improper censorship and speech-policing activities, with plans to expose and reform these practices.
• Senate Republicans are pressing DHS for firings and sanctions against those responsible for the abuses, with Gabbard also preparing legal action over constitutional violations.