William Pulte
Coverage of William Pulte in the Nexus archive.
- Acting DNI touts 'approximately 30% Staff Reduction from Weeks Ago' as Senate poised to confirm Trump nominee
Acting Director of National Intelligence William Pulte announced a fifth wave of layoffs, reducing ODNI staff by approximately 30% from weeks ago. The Senate is poised to confirm Trump's nominee for the role, with Pulte citing a focus on efficiency and reducing 'non-critical' personnel.
- Trump nominates Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman, current US Attorney, as intelligence director
President Donald Trump nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC Chairman and current U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, as the next Director of National Intelligence. The nomination follows acting Director William Pulte taking over after Tulsi Gabbard stepped down.
- Live updates: Senate OKs reconciliation bill; White House to defend ballroom in appeals court
The Senate passed a $69.5 billion budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement through 2029. GOP members defected on amendments, including a protest vote against William Pulte's appointment to lead the U.S. agency.
- Trump names William Pulte as acting intelligence head
President Trump appointed William Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as the acting head of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Pulte, an ally of Trump, has been involved in referring several of Trump's opponents for prosecution over alleged mortgage fraud.