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Tulsi Gabbard Officially Joins the Republican Party
Former presidential candidate and independent politician Tulsi Gabbard made headlines on Tuesday by announcing her affiliation with the Republican Party during a rally for Donald Trump in Greensboro, North Carolina, a pivotal state in the upcoming elections.
Gabbard’s recent appointment as an honorary co-chair for Trump’s transition team, alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr., another former Democrat, has further solidified her new political alignment.
A New Chapter in Political Alignment
In her speech, Gabbard expressed admiration for President Trump’s efforts to reshape the Republican Party into one that prioritizes its constituents and advocates for peace. “I am proud to stand here today with you, President Trump, and announce my decision to join the Republican Party—the party of the people,” she stated emphatically.
“This is a party rooted in equality—a party that was established to combat slavery and promote common sense governance,” she continued. “It is led by a president who possesses both courage and strength in advocating for peace.”
Trump responded warmly to her announcement: “Thank you very much, Tulsi! That’s fantastic news! She has been independent for quite some time; this is truly an honor.”
A Journey Through Politics
Tulsi Gabbard previously served as vice chair of the Democratic National Committee from 2013 until 2016 before resigning to support Senator Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign.
During her run for president in 2020 as a Democrat, she notably challenged Kamala Harris during a primary debate by scrutinizing Harris’s record as California’s attorney general regarding marijuana prosecutions and cash bail policies.
In 2022, Gabbard officially left the Democratic Party and identified herself as an independent voter. Since then, she has launched her own podcast and participated actively at conservative gatherings.
A Brief Background on Tulsi Gabbard
Representing Hawaii’s Second District, Gabbard served in Congress from 2013 until 2021 while maintaining her role as a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves.
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