The action is being taken after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released documents that revealed a coordinated effort by the Intelligence Community and then-Inspector General Michael Atkinson to manufacture a conspiracy as a foundation to impeach President Trump. "Inspector General Atkinson failed to uphold his responsibility to the American people, putting political motivations over the truth," DNI Gabbard stated. "Exposing these tactics and showing how they undermine the fabric of our democratic republic furthers the critical cause of transparency and accountability and will help prevent future abuse of power." Representative Claudia Tenney of New York, member of the House Intelligence Committee, stated, "Historically, we need to show that we're going to stand up for the rule of law, for truth and justice. And this was unfairly done to President Trump." | 
