WASHINGTON — Former Utah congressman Chris Stewart, who was reportedly under consideration to fill a top-level intelligence position within the Trump administration, was passed over Wednesday.
Politico reported Stewart was on a list of candidates to become the Director of National Intelligence, however, Trump nominated Tulsa Gabbard for the role.
Stewart, who served on the House Intelligence Committee during his time in Washington, resigned in 2023 due to ongoing health issues with his wife. According to Politico, the health of Stewart's wife will be a factor in whether he would accept the job if offered.
Stewart, who served in the Air Force as an officer before running for office, could still be named to head the CIA.
Stewart had served in Congress since 2012 before resigning over a decade later.
