Joe Kent resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center following his protest against the ongoing military conflict in Iran.Kent accused Israeli officials and media of orchestrating a disinformation campaign to pressure President Donald Trump into the war.The conflict has caused severe international economic strain including a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and a spike in global oil prices.Intelligence officials including
Tulsi Gabbard and
Kash Patel are scheduled for congressional testimony to address the justification for the strikes.