US Intelligence Chief Resigns Amid Family Health Crisis; Fed Chair Sworn In, SpaceX Rocket Test Successful

The resignation of US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has sent ripples through Washington, with official statements pointing to a personal health crisis within her family. Gabbard announced her departure, effective June 30, stating her husband's recent diagnosis of a rare bone cancer requires her full attention. President Trump confirmed the news, acknowledging her right to be with her husband during this difficult time and naming Deputy Director Aaron Lukas as interim successor.

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She has done a great job, but she has the right to be with her husband.

However, behind the scenes, whispers suggest a more complex narrative. Sources close to the matter indicate that Gabbard may have faced pressure from the White House to step down. President Trump had previously expressed subtle disagreements with Gabbard's approach to Iran, describing her as "softer" than him on curbing Tehran's nuclear ambitions. Reports also suggest that Trump had been consulting allies about potential replacements for months, hinting at a pre-existing plan for a leadership change.

In other significant news, Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the new Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Warsh pledged to "orient reform" within the central bank, emphasizing learning from past successes and failures while maintaining integrity and efficiency. President Trump lauded Warsh's appointment, urging the Fed to foster economic growth without stifling it, while also affirming Warsh's independence.

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I will lead a Fed with an orientation toward reform, learning from both past successes and mistakes, moving away from rigid frameworks and models, and maintaining clear standards of integrity and efficiency.

Meanwhile, SpaceX achieved a milestone with the successful test launch of its Starship V3 rocket, the largest and most powerful reusable rocket ever developed by the company. This successful test follows previous launch failures in 2025 and marks a significant step forward for SpaceX's ambitious space exploration goals. The rocket carried 20 Starlink satellite models for deployment.

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Kevin understands that when the economy is booming, that's a good thing. We want to stop inflation, but we don't want to stop greatness.