Trump Begins Intelligence Briefings Ahead of Return to White House

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Former President Donald Trump has resumed receiving intelligence briefings at his Mar-a-Lago estate as he prepares to return to the White House. Following his recent electoral victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has initiated the tradition of briefing the President-elect, marking the beginning of Trump's preparations for his second term in office.  

 

 

The ODNI, which has followed this tradition since 1952, confirmed the provision of these briefings without specifying whether Trump has personally attended any sessions. A spokesperson stated, “ODNI is acting consistent with the tradition, in place since 1952, of providing intelligence briefings to the President-elect.” The Trump team has not commented directly on the matter, neither confirming nor denying the report.  

 

Trump, now 78, has wasted no time in outlining his plans for the intelligence community and key executive agencies. During his campaign, he pledged to overhaul these institutions, particularly targeting what he has described as "corrupt actors" in the national security and intelligence apparatus. The President-elect has already made some key appointments, signaling his intent to reshape these departments significantly.  

 

Among the first major announcements is Trump’s nomination of former Hawaii Representative Tulsi Gabbard for the position of Director of National Intelligence. Gabbard, a Democrat-turned-Republican known for her opposition to what she calls her former party’s "pro-war" stance, was praised by Trump for her "fearless spirit" and commitment to “championing our Constitutional Rights, and securing Peace through Strength.” Gabbard’s nomination reflects Trump’s broader strategy to bring unconventional voices into prominent roles within his administration.  

 

Another potential appointment that has drawn attention is former Pentagon official Kash Patel, who is being considered to lead the FBI. Patel, an outspoken critic of the current intelligence establishment, claimed in his 2023 book *Government Gangsters* that the bureau has become “so thoroughly compromised that it will remain a threat to the people unless drastic measures are taken.” Patel’s potential nomination underscores Trump’s intention to implement sweeping changes to federal agencies he views as adversarial.  

 

This period marks the first time Trump has received sensitive briefings from intelligence officials since the FBI’s 2022 raid on his Mar-a-Lago estate, during which the Justice Department accused him of unlawfully retaining classified documents. These briefings signal a pivotal shift in Trump’s standing with the intelligence community as he prepares for his second term, with a focus on asserting control and implementing his vision of a reformed federal apparatus.  

 

Based on a report by NYP 2024-11-21

 

 

 

[Snackbar]

The West has finally woken

[rudi49jr]

Trump and intelligence briefings, now there’s an oxymoron if ever I saw one. Hope they make the briefings short and sweet, and with lots of pictures in them, otherwise the Donald’s very short attention span is going to throw a spanner in the works.

[mikeymike100]

Thank goodness that the 'adults' are back in the room, Jan 20th can't come around fast enough.

[thaipo7]

1 hour ago, rudi49jr said:

Trump and intelligence briefings, now there’s an oxymoron if ever I saw one. Hope they make the briefings short and sweet, and with lots of pictures in them, otherwise the Donald’s very short attention span is going to throw a spanner in the works.

What do you know about Trump's attention span?  I know Biden was the best.  Started all these fires around the world and even tells Ukraine to strike deep inside Russia so Russia may start WWIII.  Trump know how badly  the Biden Administration fu**ed up and needs to briefing to see where we are.  Accept it, Democrats loss, Trump in power now.  May he deliver on his promises and right American like it was and can be again.  

[thaipo7]

17 minutes ago, mikeymike100 said:

Thank goodness that the 'adults' are back in the room, Jan 20th can't come around fast enough.

You have that right.  The Leftist here hold NO weight on American now.   They will always be a roadblock and Trump will just have to plow through them.

[WDSmart]

The terms "Trump" and "Intelligence Briefing" are an oxymoron. 

[mikeymike100]

2 hours ago, rudi49jr said:

Trump and intelligence briefings, now there’s an oxymoron if ever I saw one. Hope they make the briefings short and sweet, and with lots of pictures in them, otherwise the Donald’s very short attention span is going to throw a spanner in the works.

I am no expert on intelligence or IQ, but the clinical psychologist Prof Jordan Peterson is.........

He says the Trump's IQ is well above average....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EebRtIK4o7c

 

[pattayasan]

1 minute ago, mikeymike100 said:

I am no expert on intelligence or IQ, but the clinical psychologist Prof Jordan Peterson is.........

He says the Trump's IQ is well above average....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EebRtIK4o7c

 

 

One far right sparrow does not a summer make. Most psychologists think he's a whack job.

 

https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/donald-trump

[candide]

Will he ask Putin whether the U.S. intelligence services are telling the truth or not? 😃

[rudi49jr]

2 hours ago, thaipo7 said:

What do you know about Trump's attention span?

There have been many reports from previous Trump staff members who all told the same story: that Trump had no interest in any briefings, intelligence or otherwise, if it was longer than 2 pages and not filled to the brim with pictures, graphs and things like that.

 

2 hours ago, thaipo7 said:

May he deliver on his promises and right American like it was and can be again

Keep dreaming….

[rudi49jr]

45 minutes ago, pattayasan said:

 

One far right sparrow does not a summer make. Most psychologists think he's a whack job.

 

https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/donald-trump

Not just psychologists: any sane person, I would say.