Trump Names Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  June 02, 2026 at 13:54  |  2:09  |  Bloomberg Markets

Summary

President Trump announces Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte will continue leading the FHFA and overseeing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The announcement raises questions about Pulte's intelligence experience.

  • Trump names Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence.
  • Pulte remains head of FHFA and chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
  • Tulsi Gabbard resigned as DNI earlier this month.
  • The acting position does not require Senate confirmation.
  • Pulte is a staunch Trump ally and led criticism of the Federal Reserve.
  • He previously led a probe into alleged mortgage fraud by Fed Governor Lisa Cook.
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