President Donald Trump announced on June 4, 2026, that he has appointed Bill Pulte, the current head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), to serve as the acting director of national intelligence (DNI). This appointment has raised concerns among lawmakers regarding the renewal of the nation's warrantless surveillance powers, as it was made without Congressional approval.
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Trump Appoints Bill Pulte as Acting Director of DNI Amid Concerns Over Warrantless Surveillance Powers
President Trump appointed Bill Pulte as the acting director of national intelligence, raising concerns among lawmakers about the renewal of warrantless surveillance powers. The appointment was made without Congressional approval.
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Pulte pick to lead DNI further jeopardizes path to renewing warrantless spy powers
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Trump Appoints Bill Pulte as Acting Director of DNI Amid Concerns Over Warrantless Surveillance Powers
