Who Is Bill Pulte? New National Intelligence Director Has Finance Background
Critics say the pick lacks intelligence experience and could deepen fears that the office will be used for political purposes.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump appointed William Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard who departs at the end of June. The ODNI was founded after 9/11 to integrate intelligence across 18 agencies.
- White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett defended the selection, though critics highlight Pulte has no known background in intelligence while leading the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
- Democratic Senators, including Elizabeth Warren, condemned the choice, while GOP Senators expressed skepticism regarding his qualifications. Senate Majority Leader John Thune noted Pulte faces a "lengthy road ahead" for potential confirmation.
- Critics like Brian O'Neill warned the ODNI may shift toward a "political instrument," while Sen. Bill Cassidy said Pulte "doesn't seem very qualified" amid concerns he may target political enemies.
- The 1998 Vacancies Act permits an acting officer to serve for 210 days, though the administration did not confirm the term's length. This follows recent squabbles between the ODNI and the CIA regarding intelligence assessments.
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WSJ: Why Trump Appointed "Little Trump" As Spy Chief
The Wall Street Journal reports: Bill Pulte saw an opening. The leader of the agency that oversees the country’s mortgage market approached President Trump with a seemingly audacious proposal: succeeding Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence. Pulte has no known national security experience, but he has something Trump values above all else: loyalty. In conversations with the president, Pulte made the case that he would be an unyieldi…
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When Tulsi Gabbard resigned as director of national intelligence in May, it was hard to imagine her replacement could be so much more unqualified. Gabbard spent her tenure waging turf wars with the CIA and selectively weaponizing classified disclosures for partisan theater. To be sure, Donald Trump has never been particularly interested in qualifications for members of his Cabinet. Competence is optional, and loyalty has always mattered more. Ye…
Episode 5415: Battle In South Carolina; Pulte Tapped To Be DNI Director - Stephen K Bannon's War Room
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Born in 1988, this heir of a family who made a fortune in real estate was appointed by the president. Problem: he has no experience in national security matters.
NEW: Trump’s Bold DNI Appointment Sparks Outrage Among Senate Democrats
Analysis of Bill Pulte’s Appointment as Acting DNI Bill Pulte’s recent appointment as Acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI) has sent shockwaves through Washington, igniting fierce debates among lawmakers. President Donald Trump’s decision to bypass Senate confirmation for this choice raises questions about loyalty and competence within the intelligence community. The immediate pushback from Democratic senators highlights the apprehensio…
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