Young said he sought commitments from Gabbard to "advance our national security." Young had been under pressure to support Trump's pick.

Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced Tuesday that he will support Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination to become director of national intelligence, paving the way for her to reach a floor vote and

Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) will support Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation for director of national intelligence. Why it matters: Young was the key remaining swing vote ahead of the Senate Intel Committee vote.