Bill Pulte

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a July 15 confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton's nomination as director of national intelligence, aiming to replace Bill Pulte and advance the reauthorization of a lapsed spy authority. President Trump delayed the process until James McDonald's nomination for U.S. attorney was approved, and Republicans seek confirmation before an August recess to resolve a stalemate over extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, renewed allegations of mortgage fraud against Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked President Trump from immediately firing her for cause. Pulte stated he believes Cook will be indicted for mortgage fraud.

Sen. Thom Tillis criticized President Donald Trump's focus on the SAVE America Act, arguing it distracts from promoting Republican achievements and undermines election confidence. The bill, opposed by Democrats and lacking congressional support, would require voter photo ID and end widespread mail-in voting, with Tillis co-sponsoring the original version but objecting to Trump's amendments.

Bill Pulte became the acting head of the department of national intelligence after President Trump appointed him to replace Tulsi Gabbard.

Bill Pulte, the acting director of national intelligence, faces legal challenges over his eligibility for the role, as the law designates Aaron Lukas, the principal deputy director, as the rightful acting director. Pulte, a Trump loyalist without national-security experience, is reportedly firing senior intelligence personnel and considering structural changes to the intelligence community, which could face legal and bureaucratic resistance.

President Trump canceled plans to sign a bipartisan housing bill hours before the event, demanding Congress pass his voter ID law first. The move heightened tensions with Senate Republicans, who face challenges in advancing shared legislative goals amid Trump's unpredictable actions.

Bill Pulte, the acting director of national intelligence, has begun cuts at the spy agency, though they are fewer than feared. Current and former officials indicate he considered deeper cuts and structural changes.

Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte has fired six political appointees placed by former Director Tulsi Gabbard and removed dozens of career intelligence officials from their roles.

Over 50 national intelligence staffers have been removed from their roles since Bill Pulte became acting DNI, with 6 staff fired and 45 sent back to their home agencies, according to sources.

Trump's acting intelligence chief, Bill Pulte, fired dozens of staff members, including political appointees tied to former director Tulsi Gabbard. The firings occurred less than a week after Pulte's appointment following Gabbard's departure. Cuts at the National Terrorism Center are expected to be significant.

Several staff members were fired from the US office of the director of national intelligence after Bill Pulte was appointed acting director following Tulsi Gabbard's departure. CNN and ABC News reported the firings targeted political appointees linked to Gabbard and included cuts to the National Terrorism Center.

Democrat senators agreed to renew the government's anti-terror spying authority under Section 702 of FISA amid a standoff over President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. FISA 702 expired in June 2024 but was extended through March 2027 by a court, while critics argue Pulte lacks intelligence experience. Trump has conditioned FISA renewal on passing the SAVE Act, which imposes voter ID requirements.

Democratic senators agreed to renew Congress's anti-terror spying powers under Section 702 of FISA amid concerns about national security, despite the provision's expiration in June 2024. The renewal is tied to ongoing disputes over President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, with critics citing his lack of intelligence experience. Trump has also conditioned FISA 702 renewal on passing the SAVE Act, which imposes voter ID requirements.

Intelligence Democrats are warning Bill Pulte against sweeping firings or improper declassification of intelligence as Congress prepares for his first week leading the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Pulte, who also heads a federal housing agency, was appointed by Trump to lead the intelligence role.

Congressional Democrats have issued warnings to Bill Pulte following his appointment as acting director of national intelligence, which has sparked controversy on Capitol Hill.

Congress returns to Washington as Section 702 of FISA expires amid political disputes over the Acting Director of National Intelligence. President Trump will headline the opening of the Great American State Fair, part of the Freedom 250 event celebrating America’s 250th birthday.

Congress returns to Washington amid uncertainty over the expiration of Section 702 of FISA, which Democrats blocked from extension due to opposition to Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence. President Trump will attend the opening of the Great American State Fair as part of the Freedom 250 celebration.

Congress returns to Washington amid uncertainty over the expired Section 702 of FISA, which Democrats blocked from extension due to opposition to Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence. President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton for permanent DNI, but the hearing was canceled. The Great American State Fair, part of Trump's Freedom 250 initiative, begins on the National Mall with Trump headlining a rally.

Democratic Rep. Jason Crow expressed concern that Americans are at risk with Bill Pulte serving as the top intelligence chief. Crow, representing Colorado, raised these worries about Pulte's role as acting DNI.

Democratic Rep. Jason Crow expressed concerns that acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte is 'incompetent' and a 'political attack dog.' He also stated he is unwilling to trade Americans' constitutional rights to extend a key FISA spying power.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released documents highlighting Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in the government's COVID-19 origins review before leaving office. Bill Pulte, facing bipartisan criticism for his lack of intelligence experience, is set to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) as Trump's nominee, Jay Clayton, faces delays due to stalled voter identification legislation.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard highlighted Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in discussions about the government's COVID-19 origins review before leaving office amid a dispute over her successor. Bill Pulte, criticized for lacking intelligence experience, is set to temporarily lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), while Trump's nominee, Jay Clayton, faces stalled confirmation due to delayed voter identification legislation.

Bill Pulte assumed the role of acting director of national intelligence on Friday. His appointment followed Tulsi Gabbard's resignation and faced criticism from senators for his lack of experience and partisanship.

Bill Pulte, the Federal Housing Finance Agency director, became the acting director of national intelligence after a conflict between Donald Trump and lawmakers over the role. Tulsi Gabbard, the outgoing director, left her position earlier than planned, and Trump canceled a Senate confirmation hearing for his nominee, Jay Clayton.

Bill Pulte assumes the role of acting Director of National Intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard, amid bipartisan concerns over his qualifications and a stalled nomination process for Jay Clayton. Critics argue Pulte lacks required national security experience, and his potential efforts to reduce the intelligence community's size could face legal challenges.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed uncertainty about Jay Clayton’s nomination as director of national intelligence, stating its fate depends on President Donald Trump. Thune noted frustration over Trump’s actions disrupting Republican legislative efforts and mentioned a potential peace agreement with Iran involving a reconstruction fund.

President Trump continues to push for the passage of the SAVE America Act despite Senate Republicans indicating it is unlikely to pass. His insistence has led to delays in renewing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and stalled the confirmation of Jay Clayton to the intelligence director role, with Bill Pulte instead set to temporarily lead the agency.

President Donald Trump urged the Senate to delay the confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, leading to its postponement. Trump cited concerns about a broken deal with Democrats and Clayton’s role as U.S. attorney, while senators criticized the move for disrupting national security processes and delaying FISA law renewal.

President Donald Trump directed the postponement of Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence, citing concerns about a broken deal with Democrats and Clayton's ongoing role as U.S. attorney. Senate Democrats criticized the move as undermining national security, while Republicans expressed concerns about delays in passing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, disrupting Senate efforts to renew a surveillance program and causing tension with Republicans. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton criticized the delay but later postponed the hearing. Trump's move increases the likelihood of Bill Pulte, a controversial temporary appointee, assuming the role.

President Donald Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton for director of national intelligence hours before a scheduled Senate hearing, despite bipartisan support. The move disrupted efforts to renew the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and intensified tensions with Senate Republicans, who had planned to proceed with the confirmation. Trump's decision may lead to Bill Pulte, a controversial interim appointee, assuming the role as outgoing director Tulsi Gabbard leaves office.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton to lead the U.S. intelligence community to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. The postponement of Clayton's confirmation hearing, directed by Trump, caused uncertainty over the intelligence community's leadership and a surveillance program. Senator Tom Cotton, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, expressed regret over the delay but pledged to proceed with the confirmation soon.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence despite President Trump's demand to delay the process. Trump linked the approval of Clayton and another nominee, Jamie McDonald, to the passage of a voting bill and the renewal of a surveillance tool. Senator Tom Cotton stated the hearing will proceed unless Trump withdraws the nomination or orders Clayton not to appear.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton to lead the U.S. intelligence community to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton pledged to proceed with a confirmation hearing despite Trump's move, which has stalled the renewal of a key surveillance program under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The dispute involves bipartisan criticism of Trump's prior selection of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.

President Trump delayed Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead U.S. intelligence to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. Senate intelligence committee chairman Tom Cotton pledged to proceed with a confirmation hearing unless Trump withdraws the nomination. The delay complicates the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, a surveillance program critical for intelligence gathering.

President delays confirmation hearing of former SEC head Jay Clayton as US intelligence chief. President blames Democrats for blocking intelligence legislation over appointment of Bill Pulte in acting role.

Trump nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman and current U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, as director of national intelligence, prompting a Senate confirmation hearing amid Democratic concerns over Trump’s temporary pick, Bill Pulte. Democrats criticized Pulte’s lack of intelligence credentials and political ties, while Senate leaders emphasized Clayton’s prosecutorial experience as a potential reassurance.

President Trump nominated Walter 'Jay' Clayton as director of national intelligence, facing Senate confirmation after replacing interim pick Bill Pulte. Democrats criticize Pulte's lack of intelligence experience and partisanship, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune supports Clayton's nomination. A confirmation hearing is set to address concerns and expedite the process.

Trump canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing for permanent director of national intelligence to prioritize confirming Clayton's replacement as Manhattan's top attorney. The move delays a surveillance law extension and complicates Senate Republicans' efforts, with Democrats privately opposing Bill Pulte's interim role.

President Trump delayed Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead U.S. intelligence to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill, retaining Bill Pulte as acting director. Trump linked approval of a surveillance program to passage of the voter ID bill, citing Democratic opposition to Pulte’s nomination and accusing Democrats of breaking a deal to renew surveillance programs.