Gabbard Releases Transcripts, Claims ‘Manufactured’ Case Fueled Trump Impeachment

Newly declassified testimony is reigniting debate over the origins of the first impeachment of President Donald Trump, with Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard alleging the process was driven by a…

Andrew PowellApr 14, 20262 min read

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According to the newly released material, Atkinson acknowledged limitations in his own inquiry.

“In his own words, IC IG Atkinson recognizes that his conclusions were based on a ‘preliminary investigation,’ noting that ‘I haven’t done an investigation to determine whether they actually, in fact, took place … that all of the alleged actions actually took place,’” Gabbard’s office said.

Federal law requires inspectors general to determine whether a whistleblower complaint “appears credible,” not to fully substantiate it. Still, Gabbard’s office contends the process was mishandled.

The declassified testimony also indicates the whistleblower did not have direct knowledge of the events described.

“I do not have direct knowledge of private comments or communications,” the individual stated in the original disclosure form.

Gabbard’s office further noted the whistleblower had prior professional ties to Joe Biden and had communicated with congressional staff before filing the complaint.

Based on these details, Gabbard accused intelligence officials of advancing a politically driven narrative.

“Deep state actors within the Intelligence Community concocted a false narrative that was used by Congress to usurp the will of the American people and impeach the duly-elected President of the United States,” she said.

She added that exposing the testimony is part of a broader effort to increase transparency and prevent future abuses.

“Exposing these tactics and showing how they undermine the fabric of our democratic republic furthers the critical cause of transparency and accountability,” Gabbard said.