Gina Haspel was confirmed as Director of the CIA, first woman in this role.
On May 17, 2018, by a Senate vote of 54 to 45, Gina Haspel was confirmed as the Director of the CIA. This historic confirmation made her the first woman to lead the Agency. Her confirmation was a testament to her dedication to national security and an affirmation of her ability to direct U.S. intelligence efforts in the modern era. Haspel's leadership was pivotal in marking a new chapter in gender representation within the highest echelons of the U.S. intelligence community.