Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu-American and former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate, is once again making waves in the political arena.
Reports indicate that she is in talks with Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump and his advisors regarding the nation’s foreign policy, with speculation suggesting she may be considering joining Trump as his running mate in the 2024 presidential race.
Gabbard made headlines in 2022 when she announced her departure from the Democratic Party, criticizing it as an “elitist group of warmongers” driven by “cowardly wokeness.” She invited others to join her in leaving the party, citing disagreements on issues such as religion, police, and citizen protection.
Donald Trump and Tulsi Gabbard (Credits: Deccan Herald)
A military veteran who served in Iraq with the Hawaii Army National Guard before entering Congress, Gabbard has been vocal in her opposition to US intervention in foreign conflicts.
She has been particularly critical of President Joe Biden’s foreign policy, blaming his administration’s failures for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Discussions between Gabbard and Trump reportedly focus on the potential management of the Defense Department in a hypothetical second Trump term.
Gabbard’s stance on non-interventionism appeals to many Republicans who are skeptical of overseas involvement, a sentiment that has gained traction within the party.
In a recent interview with Fox News, Gabbard expressed openness to working with Trump in the 2024 election, stating that her primary goal is to serve the country and its people in the best way possible.
Aside from her political aspirations, Gabbard has also ventured into media, striking a deal with Elon Musk to host a show on the X platform. The show aims to support free speech and provide a platform for those who feel their voices have been silenced.
As Trump positions himself for a potential rematch against Biden in 2024, speculation abounds regarding his choice for vice president. While Gabbard is one of several candidates vying for Trump’s favor, others like Vivek Ramaswamy and Ron DeSantis are also actively seeking the vice presidential nomination.
