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Former British spy chief John Sawers calls Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for director of national intelligence 'difficult' due to her 'pro-Russian' stances

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Sir John Sawers has called Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for DNI "difficult" due to her " pro-Russian " stances.

Sawers also said he sees no "overall global plan" for President Donald Trump 's foreign policy.

The former British spy chief has extensive foreign policy experience, having served as the British ambassador the United Nations , political director of the Foreign Office and foreign policy adviser to Prime Minister Tony Blair .

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a hearing on Gabbard 's nomination on January 30 , with at least two Republican members of the committee, Murkowski and Collins , raising concerns about her appointment. Related Articles Start your unlimited Newsweek trial.

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