Trump names controversial housing official Bill Pulte as acting intel chief
President Trump has appointed Bill Pulte as the acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte, who is currently the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has faced controversy due to his allegations of mortgage fraud against several political opponents. His appointment comes as Gabbard resigns for personal reasons, and Pulte will serve in this role until January 2027 unless a permanent nomination is made.
- ▪Bill Pulte has been appointed as the acting director of national intelligence by President Trump.
- ▪He is currently the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency and has made controversial allegations against political opponents.
- ▪Pulte will serve in his new role until January 2027, following the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard.
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Politics Trump names controversial housing official Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence By Kathryn Watson, Kathryn Watson Politics Reporter Kathryn Watson is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C. Read Full Bio Kathryn Watson, Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News. Twice Emmy-nominated, she has traveled worldwide with the secretary of state and contributes reporting on intelligence, foreign policy and other security topics across CBS News broadcast, radio, online and streaming platforms.
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