acting director of national intelligence
Coverage of acting director of national intelligence in the Nexus archive.
- Trump intelligence pick Jay Clayton to face senators in confirmation hearing
Jay Clayton, the US attorney for the southern district of New York, will face a Senate intelligence committee confirmation hearing to become the next intelligence chief. If confirmed, he would replace Bill Pulte, whose acting director role has drawn bipartisan criticism over his lack of intelligence experience and perceived alignment with Trump's political agenda.
- Trump intelligence pick Jay Clayton to face senators in confirmation hearing
Jay Clayton, US attorney for the southern district of New York, will face a confirmation hearing to become the next intelligence chief. He would replace Bill Pulte, appointed by Donald Trump as acting director of national intelligence, a role that has drawn criticism for Pulte's background and perceived loyalty to Trump.
- Congressional Democrats Warn Pulte Against Mass Firings
Congressional Democrats have issued warnings to Bill Pulte following his appointment as acting director of national intelligence, which has sparked controversy on Capitol Hill.
- Rep. Jason Crow says he's worried "Americans are at risk" with Pulte as acting DNI
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.
- House to vote on short-term spy powers extension Thursday amid Pulte clash
The House will vote on a short-term extension of foreign spy powers through July 2 amid a partisan dispute over President Trump's nomination of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. The vote follows opposition from Senate Democrats.
- Trump presses on with plan to install Bill Pulte as acting intelligence chief
Donald Trump is advancing his plan to appoint Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, despite bipartisan congressional opposition. Lawmakers warn the move could derail the reauthorization of a surveillance law set to expire this week, citing concerns over Pulte’s lack of national security experience and potential misuse of surveillance powers.
- Trump presses on with plan to install Bill Pulte as acting intelligence chief
Donald Trump is pushing to appoint Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, despite bipartisan congressional concerns over Pulte's lack of security experience and the potential impact on reauthorizing a surveillance law set to expire soon.
- Trump stands by decision to name Pulte to intel role despite revolt in Congress
President Trump reaffirmed his decision to appoint Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence despite opposition from Congress. Pulte, a housing regulator and Trump loyalist, will assume the role in approximately one week and a half.
- Jeffries says he won’t back FISA until Pulte is removed by Trump as acting DNI
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will not vote to renew warrantless spy powers while Bill Pulte remains acting Director of National Intelligence. Jeffries stated removing Pulte is a necessary step before supporting Section 702 renewal.
- Lawmakers fear Bill Pulte's political motives amid appointment as acting intelligence chief
Lawmakers express concerns about Bill Pulte's political motives following his appointment as acting director of national intelligence by President Trump. Connecticut Rep. Jim Himes described the appointment as 'most dangerous' during an interview with CBS News.
- Trump chooses an unqualified director of national intelligence
President Trump appointed Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence. Pulte is described as unqualified with no experience in intelligence or national security. The appointment is criticized as prioritizing self-interest over national security.
- Rep. Jim Himes says Bill Pulte as intel chief is Trump's "worst and most dangerous" appointment
Rep. Jim Himes criticized President Trump's appointment of Bill Putle as acting Director of National Intelligence, calling it the worst and most dangerous in Trump's 'basket of awful appointments.'
- News Wrap: Senate passes $70 billion immigration bill
The Senate passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, President Trump directed his new acting director of national intelligence to reduce staffing, a federal judge invalidated the Trump administration’s immigration processing freeze for 39 countries, and the International Space Station experienced an air leak.
- Pulte should start firing intelligence community officials, Trump says in a new interview
President Donald Trump says he wants his new acting director of national intelligence to start firing national security officials.
- Senate blocks surveillance bill in dispute over Trump’s intelligence pick
Seven Republican senators joined Democrats to block the extension of a government surveillance program over concerns about Trump's nomination of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. The Senate's action represents a rebuke to Trump's choice.
- Senate blocks surveillance bill in dispute over Trump’s intelligence pick
Seven Republican senators joined Democrats to block the extension of a government surveillance program due to concerns over Donald Trump's nomination of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. The Senate's action represents a rebuke to Trump's choice of an inexperienced ally for the intelligence position.
- Senate Democrats block extension of spy powers to protest Trump’s choice of Pulte for DNI
Senate Democrats blocked a motion to begin debate on extending surveillance authorities expiring in a week, protesting President Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. Every Senate Democrat except Sen. John Fetterman voted against the motion.
- Trump says he won’t nominate Pulte as permanent US spy chief after backlash
US President Donald Trump stated he would not nominate Bill Pulte to a permanent role as intelligence chief after backlash over Pulte's lack of national security experience. Pulte's temporary appointment as acting director of national intelligence is set to expire early next year.
- Trump claims Pulte will investigate ‘rigged elections’ in temporary role
Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence to investigate 'rigged elections' in a temporary role, despite bipartisan criticism. The article states that Pulte will only serve temporarily and that Trump continues to make unfounded election allegations.
- Trump claims Pulte will investigate ‘rigged elections’ in temporary role
US President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence to investigate 'rigged elections,' a move that has sparked bipartisan criticism. Pulte's role is temporary, according to Trump.
- GOP pushes back on Trump, votes to stop Iran war
The GOP-led US House of Representatives symbolically rebuked President Trump over his war against Iran, reflecting growing party pressure over his policies. Trump faces criticism for a $1.8 billion government program labeled a 'slush fund' and his nomination of a MAGA enforcer as acting director of national intelligence, alongside declining approval ratings and electoral challenges for Republicans.
- Bessent Calls Clash With Bill Pulte a ‘Locker Room’ Fight
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described a disagreement with Bill Pulte, the housing finance director, as a 'locker room' fight. Bessent now supports Pulte's appointment as acting director of national intelligence.
- Bessent testifies he told Pulte he was "going to kick his a**," not punch him
Bessent testified that he told Bill Pulte he was 'going to kick his a**,' not punch him. Pulte, President Trump's pick for acting director of national intelligence, faces skepticism on Capitol Hill.
- Johnson: Democrats ‘playing politics’ with FISA over Pulte appointment
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) criticized Democrats for suggesting that President Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence could jeopardize reauthorization of foreign spy powers set to expire next week. Johnson called the Democrats' implication 'absolutely outrageous' during a press conference.
- Rubio on Bill Pulte's intelligence credentials after Trump's stunning appointment
Marco Rubio testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee regarding Bill Pulte's intelligence credentials following his appointment as acting director of national intelligence by President Trump. The hearing focused on evaluating Pulte's qualifications for the role.
- Trump’s intelligence chief pick puts surveillance program renewal in doubt
Donald Trump's selection of Bill Pulte, a Republican donor with no intelligence experience, as acting director of national intelligence has raised concerns about the renewal of a key surveillance program under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Democrats argue the appointment could jeopardize bipartisan efforts to extend section 702 of the law.
- Trump picks housing official Bill Pulte to serve as the acting director of national intelligence
President Trump announced that housing official Bill Pulte will serve as the acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard.
- Sen. Warner warns of risks from Pulte's intelligence appointment
Sen. Mark Warner warns of risks associated with Bill Pulte's appointment as acting director of national intelligence. The warning was discussed during an NPR interview with Steve Inskeep.
- Who is Bill Pulte, Trump’s pick for acting spy chief?
Trump named Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte, a Trump ally with no intelligence background, faces criticism from Democrats and the Senate’s top Republican.
- Trump pick of Bill Pulte for acting DNI draws heavy criticism
President Trump announced the appointment of Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. The decision has drawn heavy criticism.
- 6/2: CBS Evening News
A hostage situation and bomb threat were reported at a Chase Bank in California. President Trump has named a controversial new acting director of national intelligence.
- 6/2: CBS Evening News
A hostage situation and bomb threat were reported at a California Chase Bank. President Trump named a controversial new acting director of national intelligence.
- Johnson on Pulte
Speaker Mike Johnson stated he is deferring to President Donald Trump on the appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. Johnson acknowledged the Senate's role in the process and expressed no concern over Pulte's lack of intelligence experience.
- GOP senators balk at Trump’s pick of Pulte to head national intelligence
Republican senators are critical of President Trump's selection of Bill Pulte, director of the Federal House Finance Agency, to serve as acting director of national intelligence. Some senators describe Pulte as unqualified due to his lack of national security or intelligence experience.
- ‘Americans will be less safe’: alarm as Trump picks loyalist as intelligence chief
Donald Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte, a Trump loyalist with no national intelligence experience, as acting director of national intelligence has raised concerns in Washington. Pulte previously led the Federal Housing Finance Agency, where he made significant changes to its structure without prior government experience.
- President Trump taps housing regulator Bill Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence
President Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Bill Pulte is a housing regulator.
- Trump taps housing regulator Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence
President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting director of national intelligence. Pulte, a real estate figure without clear national security experience, will assume the role amid the U.S. conflict with Iran.
- Trump taps Bill Pulte to replace Tulsi Gabbard as acting director of national intelligence
President Trump announced the selection of Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to replace Tulsi Gabbard as acting director of national intelligence.
- Trump appoints housing official as acting director of national intelligence
Trump appoints Bill Pulte, a housing official, as acting director of national intelligence. The article notes Pulte's tendency to target the president's perceived enemies.
- Trump appoints housing official to be acting director of national intelligence
Trump appoints a housing official to serve as acting director of national intelligence.