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Bill Pulte Assumes Role of US Acting Director of National Intelligence

From The Guardian · () English

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  • Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has taken over as the acting director of national intelligence.
  • His appointment followed a dispute between Donald Trump and lawmakers over the leadership of the intelligence post.
  • Pulte's tenure began after the outgoing director, Tulsi Gabbard, shortened her departure date at Trump's request.

Bill Pulte, the current director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, assumed the role of acting director of national intelligence on Friday. This transition occurred amidst a contentious period involving former President Donald Trump and Washington lawmakers concerning the leadership of the key intelligence position.

Pulte's interim role began after the outgoing director, Tulsi Gabbard, altered her planned departure date. Initially set for June 30, Gabbard's exit was moved up to Friday following a directive from Trump. This change aimed to prevent the confirmation of Jay Clayton, Trump's nominee for DNI, before Pulte could step into the acting position.

The situation highlights a power struggle over the intelligence community's leadership. Senators had intended to confirm Clayton by Friday, which would have bypassed Pulte's opportunity to serve as acting director. However, Trump abruptly halted these plans on Wednesday, paving the way for Pulte's immediate assumption of the role.

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