Tulsi Gabbard Condemns Jen Psaki’s Prayer Comments After Shooting
UPDATE: Former Democrat-turned-Republican Tulsi Gabbard has issued a scathing rebuke of Jen Psaki’s comments following the tragic Minneapolis Catholic school shooting that left two children dead and 18 others injured on Wednesday. In a viral post on X, Psaki stated that “prayer is not freaking enough,” igniting a fierce backlash.
Gabbard characterized Psaki’s remarks as reflective of a broader “hatred of God,” suggesting that critics of public prayer are “agents of darkness.” This escalating verbal clash highlights the deepening divide over how America mourns and responds to gun violence.
Psaki’s comments, which have garnered over 15 million views on X, have drawn outrage from Republicans. Notably, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt labeled Psaki’s dismissal of prayer as “utterly disrespectful,” urging her to instead offer prayers for the grieving families affected by the shooting.
In response to Psaki, Gabbard posted on X, questioning why individuals like her have such a “visceral negative reaction” to those praying for the victims. Gabbard stated, “Their response is rooted in their hatred of God,” and accused critics of prayer of wanting to be “God,” viewing Him as a competitor.
Gabbard’s comments connect to broader political issues, as she criticized the Democratic Party’s stance on transgender rights, describing it as “insanity and darkness.” Echoing Martin Luther King Jr., she emphasized that “darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that.”
Vice President JD Vance also weighed in on the controversy, questioning Psaki’s decision to attack those praying during such a horrific event, stating that “those children were literally praying as they were murdered.”
The Minneapolis school shooting has thrust the city into the national spotlight, now seen as a microcosm of America’s ongoing gun violence crisis and the contentious debate over public expressions of faith during tragedies.
As the fallout continues, Gabbard and other Republicans are expected to maintain pressure on Psaki and the Democratic Party regarding their views on prayer and gun violence. Observers are urged to remain attentive to how this debate evolves in the coming days.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence has not yet responded to requests for further comment on this issue.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
