All 47 Democrats voted against Gabbard’s nomination, while all Republicans, except McConnell, supported her. The confirmation demonstrates the GOP’s support for Trump’s attempts to reform the intelligence community, which often disagreed with him during his first term in office.

Gabbard overcame initial skepticism from some Republican senators about her nomination, underscoring Trump's grip on the party.

Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell joined every Senate Democrat in opposing Gabbard’s confirmation.