Former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential race during a National Guard Association event in Michigan, citing a belief that the Biden-Harris administration has led the country to the brink of nuclear war. Gabbard, who left the Democratic Party in 2022, criticized Kamala Harris's leadership and questioned her handling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan, which resulted in the deaths of 13 U.S. service members. She urged Americans, regardless of their political affiliation, to unite in support of Trump to restore peace and address what she describes as an anti-freedom culture in politics. Gabbard's endorsement follows her history of military service and positions her as a prominent figure among conservative voices. Trump's campaign has celebrated Gabbard's military background while attacking the current administration's foreign policy decisions. This endorsement marks a significant shift for Gabbard, who previously ran for president as a Democrat in 2020.