President Donald Trump stated on June 4, 2026, that his selection of Bill Pulte as director of national intelligence (DNI) will be a temporary appointment. This announcement comes amid bipartisan concerns regarding Pulte's selection. Trump described Pulte, who currently leads the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as 'very smart' and possessing 'high integrity' when responding to questions from reporters.
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Trump Announces Temporary Appointment of Bill Pulte as DNI
President Trump announced that Bill Pulte's appointment as director of national intelligence will be temporary. The decision has drawn bipartisan scrutiny, with Trump praising Pulte's intelligence and integrity.
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