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Alex Daniel Barbir

Alex Daniel Barbir is an American missionary and former college football kicker who served in Nigeria from late 2025 to early 2026, providing humanitarian aid, documenting violence, and advocating for accountability. He attended Liberty University, a conservative Christian institution, and pursued osteopathic medicine before being expelled by the Nigerian government for alleged inflammatory statements that authorities said incited violence. His work has drawn both praise for highlighting suffering and criticism for allegedly exacerbating communal tensions.

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Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson

Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson is a British politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from July 2019 to September 2022 and Leader of the Conservative Party. He previously held the offices of Foreign Secretary (2016‑2018) and Mayor of London (2008‑2016). Johnson is a prominent figure in UK politics, notably for his role in the Brexit process and for being the subject of multiple inquiries and controversies during and after his premiership.

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Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor

Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor is the second son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and younger brother of King Charles III. He served in the Royal Navy from 1979 to 2001, including active duty as a helicopter pilot in the Falklands War, and held the title Duke of York after his 1986 marriage to Sarah Ferguson. He undertook royal duties and served as the UK's Special Representative for International Trade and Investment until 2019, but his public role ended amid controversy over his association with financier Jeffrey Epstein, leading to the removal of his royal titles and the HRH style in 2025.

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Andrew Albert Christian Edward, Duke of York

Prince Andrew, Duke of York (born Andrew Albert Christian Edward) is the second son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He served in the Royal Navy for 22 years, including as a helicopter pilot during the Falklands War, and was granted the Dukedom of York upon his 1986 marriage to Sarah Ferguson, with whom he has two daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Following public scrutiny over his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, he stepped back from royal duties in 2019 and was stripped of his princely titles and HRH style by King Charles III in 2025.

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Andrew Tate

Andrew Tate is a former professional kickboxer and social media influencer known for promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny through his online presence. He is a prominent figure in the 'manosphere' movement, advocating traditional masculinity and antifeminism. Tate has faced bans from major platforms for hate speech and was arrested in Miami on rape and sex trafficking charges sought by UK authorities.

Aykut Kocaman

Aykut Kocaman (born 5 April 1965) is a Turkish former professional footballer and current football manager. He played as a striker for Fenerbahçe, becoming one of the club's all-time leading goal scorers, and later served as technical director and sporting director for several Turkish clubs, most notably Fenerbahçe where he has had three separate tenures. Kocaman is recognized for his contributions to Turkish football both as a player and a manager.

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Barack Hussein Obama II

Barack Hussein Obama II is an American politician who served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017, becoming the first African American to hold the office. Prior to the presidency, he served as a U.S. Senator from Illinois (2005-2008) and an Illinois State Senator (1997-2004). A Democrat, Obama worked as a community organizer, civil rights attorney, and constitutional law professor before entering national politics.

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Bello Muhammad Matawalle

Bello Muhammad Matawalle is a Nigerian politician and educator born on February 12, 1969, in Maradun, Zamfara State. He began his career as a teacher before serving in various commissioner roles in Zamfara State and as a member of the House of Representatives. He later became Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence.

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Caitlin Elizabeth Clark

Caitlin Elizabeth Clark (born January 22, 2002) is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Fever of the WNBA. She played college basketball for the Iowa Hawkeyes, where she became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer and a two-time national player of the year. Selected first overall in the 2024 WNBA draft, she won Rookie of the Year and has been recognized for her scoring, playmaking, and influence on women's basketball.

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Catherine Elizabeth Middleton

Catherine Elizabeth Middleton, known as Catherine, Princess of Wales, is a member of the British royal family married to William, Prince of Wales. Born on 9 January 1982 in Reading, England, she studied art history at the University of St Andrews, where she met Prince William. She undertakes royal duties and charitable work through the Royal Foundation, focusing on early childhood, addiction, the arts, and mental health advocacy, and became Princess of Wales in September 2022 after her husband was created Prince of Wales.

Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro

Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a forward for Al-Nassr and the Portugal national team. He began his senior career at Sporting CP before achieving global fame with Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and a return to Manchester United. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, he holds numerous goal-scoring records and has won multiple league titles and UEFA Champions League trophies.

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Divine Ikubor

Divine Ikubor, known professionally as Rema, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter who rose to prominence in 2019 with his Afrobeats and Afrorave sound. Born on May 1, 2000, in Benin City, Edo State, he began his career as a gospel rapper before transitioning to mainstream music, achieving international tours, brand partnerships, and significant streaming success. His work blends Afrobeat, trap, pop, and hip-hop, establishing him as one of Afrobeats' leading global artists.

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Domenico Tedesco

Domenico Tedesco (born 12 September 1985 in Rossano, Italy) is an Italian-German football coach. After youth playing experience and a business education, he earned his DFB coaching licence with top honors in 2016 and went on to lead VfB Stuttgart's youth teams, Schalke 04, Spartak Moscow, RB Leipzig, the Belgium national team, Fenerbahçe Istanbul, and most recently FC Bologna in Serie A.

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Donald John Trump

Donald Trump is an American politician, businessman, and media personality who served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021 and became the 47th president in January 2025, marking a historic second non-consecutive term. Born into a wealthy New York City family in 1946, he graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1968 and took over his family's real estate business in 1971, renaming it the Trump Organization. He gained widespread fame as the host of the reality television show The Apprentice from 2004 to 2015 before entering politics.

Erling Braut Haaland

Erling Braut Haaland is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Premier League club Manchester City and the Norway national team. Born on 21 July 2000 in Leeds, England, he began his senior career with Bryne and Molde before moving to Red Bull Salzburg, Borussia Dortmund, and finally Manchester City in 2022. Haaland is renowned for his prolific goal-scoring, having won multiple domestic and continental trophies, including the Premier League, Champions League, and setting records for most goals in a single Premier League season.

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Folarin Jerry Balogun

Folarin Jerry Balogun is a professional soccer striker born on July 3, 2001 in Brooklyn, New York, who was raised in London and developed through the Arsenal academy. He has had loan spells at Middlesbrough and Stade Reims before joining AS Monaco in 2023, and he represents the United States national team.

Georgina Rodríguez Hernández

Georgina Rodríguez Hernández (born 27 January 1994) is an Argentine-Spanish model, social media influencer, and entrepreneur. She rose to prominence through her relationship with footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and has amassed a large following on Instagram, working with high‑end fashion brands and launching her own clothing line. Rodríguez also appeared in the 2022 Netflix documentary 'I Am Georgina' and has been involved in various business ventures.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player who has played as a forward in the NBA. He earned two NBA MVP awards, led the Milwaukee Bucks to a 2021 championship, and has been selected as an NBA All-Star ten times, serving as an All-Star captain in 2019, 2020, 2023, and 2024. In 2024 he was traded to the Miami Heat in a blockbuster deal involving multiple players and draft picks.

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Godswill Obot Akpabio

Godswill Obot Akpabio is a Nigerian lawyer and politician who served as Governor of Akwa Ibom State from 2007 to 2015, later as Minister for Niger Delta Affairs and Senator. Since June 2023 he has been President of the Senate of Nigeria, representing Akwa Ibom North-West. A senior member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), he is regarded as one of the country's most prominent political figures.

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Hasan Doğan Piker

Hasan Doğan Piker, known online as HasanAbi, is an American Twitch streamer, YouTube creator, and left-wing political commentator. Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey to Turkish parents, he grew up in Istanbul and attended Rutgers University. He worked at The Young Turks until 2020 before focusing on his streaming career, where he has become one of the platform's most-subscribed commentators and frequently discusses issues such as the Gaza war and U.S. foreign policy.

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Hasan Piker

Hasan Piker is a Turkish-American political commentator and Twitch streamer known for left-leaning commentary on U.S. politics and social issues. He streams regularly on Twitch under the handle HasanAbi and maintains a presence on YouTube, Instagram, and X (Twitter). Piker has been involved in progressive activism, including a humanitarian aid mission to Cuba, and has served as a surrogate for Democratic Party candidates.

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Helene Fischer

Helene Fischer is a German Schlager singer, dancer, entertainer, and television moderator born on August 5, 1984, in Krasnoyarsk, Russian SFSR. She has sold over 18 million records, making her one of Germany's best-selling artists, and is known for her album 'Farbenspiel' and the TV show 'Die Helene Fischer Show'.

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Hope Uzodimma

Hope Uzodimma (born 12 December 1958) is the incumbent Governor of Imo State, Nigeria, serving since January 2020 after a Supreme Court ruling affirmed his election. He previously served two terms as Senator for Imo West (2011‑2019) and held positions as Commissioner for Special Duties, House of Representatives member, and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Customs and Excise. Uzodimma holds a B.Sc. in International Studies and an M.Sc. in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of Lagos, and is a trained lawyer. He is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and chairs the Progressive Governors’ Forum.

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Jamal Musiala

Jamal Musiala is a German professional footballer who plays for FC Bayern Munich and the Germany national team. He came through the youth academies of FC Southampton and FC Chelsea before joining Bayern Munich in 2019 at age 16. Musiala opted to represent Germany internationally in 2021, making his senior debut in World Cup qualifiers and becoming known for his dribbling, versatility, and creative play.

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Jamal Roberts

Jamal Roberts is an American singer from Meridian, Mississippi, who won the twenty-third season of American Idol in May 2025. He works as a physical education teacher at Crestwood Elementary School and is active in his church choir. Following his Idol victory, he released the gospel single 'Still,' which received a Grammy nomination for Best Gospel Performance/Song.

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Janet Damita Jo Jackson

Janet Jackson is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer who rose to fame as part of the Jackson family. She achieved global stardom with albums such as Control (1986) and Rhythm Nation 1814 (1989), known for blending socially conscious themes with innovative music and choreography. Over her decades-long career, she has influenced pop culture, broken gender and racial barriers on MTV, and remained a prominent figure in entertainment.

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Jens Spahn

Jens Spahn is a German politician belonging to the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and serves as the leader of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group (Unionsfraktionschef). He became known internationally after having a child via surrogacy in the United States, a practice prohibited under German law, which led to accusations of hypocrisy given his party's opposition to surrogacy legalization. Spahn has been active in federal politics for several years, holding various leadership roles within the CDU.

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Jimmy Wales

Jimmy Wales is an American internet entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia launched in 2001. He worked with Larry Sanger to develop the platform's foundational ideas and has been a prominent advocate for open knowledge and collaborative editing. Wales frequently speaks on topics related to internet governance, misinformation, and the future of digital knowledge sharing.

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Joash Ojo Amupitan

Joash Ojo Amupitan is a Nigerian legal scholar and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) who was nominated in October 2025 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to serve as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He holds a LL.B, LL.M, and Ph.D. in Law from the University of Jos, and has served as Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Administration at the University of Jos and former Pro-Chancellor of Joseph Ayo Babalola University. Amupitan is recognized for his integrity, dedication to moral values, and extensive experience in law, education, and public service.

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Kanye West

Kanye West (legal name Ye) is an American producer, rapper, and fashion designer who first gained recognition for his production work with Roc-A-Fella Records before launching his own successful solo music career. Born June 8, 1977 in Atlanta and raised in Chicago, he released his debut album 'The College Dropout' in 2004, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200. He has won multiple Grammy Awards and is known for his influential production style that utilizes pitched-up vocal samples from soul songs.

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Keir Rodney Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer is a British politician and former barrister who has served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since July 2024 and as Leader of the Labour Party since April 2020. Born in London in 1962, he had a distinguished legal career including serving as Director of Public Prosecutions from 2008 to 2013 before entering politics as MP for Holborn and St Pancras in 2015. He is the first Labour leader in the party's history to have been knighted before becoming party leader.

Kim Jong-dae

Kim Jong-dae, known professionally as Chen, is a South Korean singer and songwriter best known as a vocalist of the boy band EXO and its subunits Exo-M and Exo-CBX. He debuted with EXO in 2011 after joining SM Entertainment as a trainee, and later released solo EPs such as 'April, and a Flower' (2019) and 'Dear My Dear' (2019). Chen has also contributed original songs to television drama soundtracks, including 'Best Luck' for It's Okay, That's Love and 'Everytime' for Descendants of the Sun.

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Lalisa Manobal

Lalisa Manobal, known professionally as Lisa, is a Thai rapper, singer, dancer, and actress who rose to global prominence as a member of the South Korean girl group Blackpink. She launched a highly successful solo career with her 2025 debut studio album Alter Ego, established her own management company Lloud, and made her acting debut in HBO's The White Lotus. Recognized for breaking multiple streaming records and Guinness World Records, she is also scheduled to become the first K-pop artist to headline a Las Vegas residency.

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Lindsey Graham

Lindsey Graham is a Republican politician who served as a U.S. Senator from South Carolina from 2003 until his death in 2026, having previously represented the state in the U.S. House of Representatives from the mid-1990s. Known for his work on foreign and security policy, he was a frequent attendee at the Munich Security Conference and a vocal supporter of Ukraine, having visited the country ten times during the Russian invasion. Initially a critic of Donald Trump, he became a close ally and advocate of the former president after Trump's 2016 election victory.

Melania Trump

Melania Trump is a Slovenian and American former fashion model and the First Lady of the United States, serving from 2017 to 2021 and again from 2025. She is the first naturalized U.S. citizen and the first non-native English speaker to hold the role of First Lady. She is married to Donald Trump and is the mother of Barron Trump.

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Mike Vrabel

Mike Vrabel is an American football coach and former linebacker, currently serving as head coach of the New England Patriots. He played 14 seasons in the NFL, winning three Super Bowls with the Patriots, and was head coach of the Tennessee Titans from 2018 to 2023. Vrabel is known for his defensive expertise and leadership, though his 2026 off‑field scandal involving former reporter Dianna Russini drew significant media attention.

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Nigel Paul Farage

Nigel Farage is a British politician, broadcaster, and leader of the Brexit Party since 2019. He has served as Member of the European Parliament for South East England since 1999 and is a prominent Eurosceptic who founded UKIP after leaving the Conservative Party in 1992 following the Maastricht Treaty. Farage is also known as a vocal critic of the euro currency and hosts a radio phone-in show on LBC.

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Nwannekaenyi Nnamdi Okwu Kanu

Nwannekaenyi Nnamdi Okwu Kanu (born 25 September 1967) is a British‑Nigerian political activist and the founder and leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a separatist movement that seeks the restoration of the Republic of Biafra in southeastern Nigeria. He established IPOB in 2012/2014 and operates Radio Biafra from the United Kingdom. Kanu has been arrested multiple times by Nigerian authorities on treason and terrorism charges, and his activities have generated significant controversy both within Nigeria and internationally.

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Olandria Lashae Carthen

Olandria Lashae Carthen (born May 29, 1998) is an American model, influencer, and television personality who gained prominence after appearing on the seventh season of Love Island USA in 2025. She has cultivated a substantial following on Instagram and TikTok, sharing fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content, and has partnered with brands such as Amazon, YSL Beauty, Jo Malone London, and Brandon Blackwood. Carthen has been featured in media outlets including Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Elle, and Yahoo, highlighting her rise as a style and media figure.

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Oludemilade Martin Alejo

Ycee (Oludemilade Martin Alejo) is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and Afropop singer born on January 29, 1993, in Festac, Lagos State. He studied marine biology at the University of Lagos before rising to prominence with his 2015 single 'Condo,' which earned nominations at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards. After leaving Tinny Entertainment in 2019, he founded his own label, Ain’t Nobody Badder Than, and released his debut album Ycee vs. Zaheer later that year.

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Pete Hegseth

Pete Hegseth is the United States Secretary of Defense, serving in the Trump administration. He has participated in government briefings on Iran policy and was involved in the dismissal of Navy Secretary John Phelan. Hegseth gained public attention after a photograph showed him leaving a White House news conference following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in April 2026.

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Peter Mandelson

Peter Mandelson is a British Labour Party politician who served as MP for Hartlepool from 1992-2004, held multiple senior cabinet positions including Business Secretary and Northern Ireland Secretary, was European Commissioner for Trade (2004-2008), and was appointed UK Ambassador to the US in February 2025 before being dismissed in September 2025 over ties to Jeffrey Epstein. He was a key architect of New Labour and Tony Blair's rise to power.

Pierluigi Collina

Pierluigi Collina (born 13 February 1960) is an Italian former football referee widely regarded as one of the best in the sport's history. He was named the World's Best Referee six consecutive times from 1998 to 2003 and officiated numerous high-profile matches, including Serie A, Champions League, and international tournaments. After retiring in 2005, he became head of UEFA's referees commission in 2010 and chairman of the FIFA referees committee in 2017, continuing to influence global refereeing standards.

Pope Francis

Pope Francis (born Jorge Mario Bergoglio) was the leader of the Catholic Church and Bishop of Rome preceding Pope Leo XIV. He died before the 2025 papal conclave that elected Leo XIV. Francis initiated major teaching documents on social justice issues including a 'preferential option for the poor' that Leo XIV completed and published. He also developed an ecological legacy that Leo continued, including plans for a solar farm to make Vatican City carbon-neutral.

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Prince Henry Charles Albert David, Duke of Sussex

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is the younger son of King Charles III and the late Diana, Princess of Wales, and is fifth in the line of succession to the British throne. He served in the British Army, founded the Invictus Games for wounded veterans, and co‑launched the mental health initiative Heads Together. After stepping back from senior royal duties in 2020, he has pursued charitable work while maintaining a high public profile.

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Rowan Kavner

Rowan Kavner is a FOX Sports MLB writer covering the Dodgers and the NL West since July 2022. He is an LSU alumnus with a bachelor's degree in mass communication, previously worked as an MLB.com associate reporter in Chicago, a staff writer for the Dallas Cowboys, and covered the Clippers for Clippers.com before becoming the Dodgers’ editor of digital and print publications in 2017. Born in Los Angeles and raised outside Dallas, he returned to Los Angeles to work near the beach and enjoys sports, outdoor activities, and watching television in his free time.

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Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick is a former Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Florida's 20th congressional district. She resigned from office in May 2025 amid an House Ethics Committee investigation into alleged misuse of $5 million in COVID-19 relief funds tied to her family's health-care business and her 2022 campaign. Cherfilus-McCormick denied wrongdoing, characterizing the process as a "witch hunt," and became the third House member to resign that month.

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Taiwo Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele is a Nigerian technocrat and tax policy expert who serves as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. He previously chaired the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms and spent over two decades at PricewaterhouseCoopers, rising to Africa Tax Leader. Oyedele was appointed Minister of State for Finance in March 2026 and elevated to the top finance post in April 2026.

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Tim Walz

Tim Walz is the Governor of Minnesota and the Democratic Party's nominee for Vice President of the United States in the 2024 election, selected as running mate by Vice President Kamala Harris. He is a veteran of the Army National Guard with 24 years of service and previously worked as a high school football coach and geography teacher. Walz has signed progressive policies such as a paid family and medical leave law extending benefits to Minnesota workers.

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Tulsi Gabbard

Tulsi Gabbard is an American politician and military officer who served as the U.S. Representative for Hawaii's 2nd congressional district from 2013 to 2021 and as the eighth Director of National Intelligence since February 2025. She previously held office in the Hawaii House of Representatives and the Honolulu City Council, and served as Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee from 2013 to 2016. Gabbard is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve with service in the Iraq War.