The Senate Intelligence Committee voted to advance former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for director of national intelligence in a closed-door session on Tuesday afternoon. Gabbard advanced in a 9-8 vote along party lines,

The key committee vote on Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence (DNI) determined whether her nomination would move to the floor.

Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump's pick to be director of national intelligence, faces a crucial vote on Tuesday that could doom or propel her nomination. The Senate Intelligence Committee will vote on her nomination in a closed session,