Gabbard and her husband are connected to the Science of Identity Foundation, whose former members described worshipping its leader as “God’s voice on Earth.”

For most of her career, Tulsi was outspoken about progressive issues like protecting abortion rights and banning assault weapons. Now, she's a Trump supporter.

Former Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard was announced as President-elect Donald Trump‘s pick for director of National Intelligence, adding to a slate of controversial picks for his Cabinet revealed this week.