Tulsi Gabbard’s alleged direction by Hindu cult leader disclosed in declassified intel

Former US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released thousands of declassified memos and emails indicating she received political and legislative guidance from Chris Butler, the 78‑year‑old founder of the Science of Identity Foundation, a group described by former members as a Hindu‑origin cult.

The documents detail Butler’s instructions on bills, speeches and policy positions, and show notable parallels between his memos and Gabbard’s voting record and public statements. Analysts say the revelations raise concerns about the influence of a cult leader over a senior intelligence official.

Gabbard also released files alleging that Dr Anthony Fauci funded gain‑of‑function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and collaborated with intelligence agencies to suppress the lab‑leak theory. Independent reviewers note the released papers do not constitute proof of those claims.

The story has prompted reactions from politicians and commentators, with some defending Gabbard and others labeling the cult‑influence disclosures as evidence of a “kakistocracy.” The Trump administration has remained largely silent on the matter.