The Wall Street Journal article alleges that Tulsi Gabbard's 2017 congressional campaign hired a public-affairs firm to mitigate negative press surrounding an alleged pyramid scheme connected to her Hindu sect, the Science of Identity Foundation.
The alleged pyramid scheme is associated with the direct-marketing firm QI Group. Both Gabbard, the Science of Identity Foundation, and QI Group reportedly sought to avoid scrutiny of their relationships.
The article highlights Gabbard's current position as President Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence, adding a layer of complexity to the situation.
The WSJ article bases its claims on interviews, emails, and Federal Election Commission records.