NBC News reports that Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard shocked senior officials at the CIA last week — including Director John Ratcliffe — by publicly revealing the identity of an undercover officer. The disclosure came as part of a list of 37 current and former CIA personnel whose security clearances she announced would be revoked, citing allegations that they had “violated the trust placed in them by weaponizing, politicizing, manipulating, or leaking classified intelligence.”

According to two former government officials, the move appeared driven by Gabbard’s effort to regain President Trump’s confidence, after falling out of favor earlier this year following her testimony and video release about Iran’s nuclear capabilities. One official noted that Gabbard seemed intent on proving her loyalty by targeting Democrats and perceived political adversaries — including individuals allegedly inside the CIA. The security clearance purge, the official added, underscored “a battle between Gabbard and Ratcliffe.”