On June 6, 2026, President Donald Trump expressed his desire for Bill Pulte, the acting director of national intelligence, to implement further staffing cuts at the office. This office has already experienced significant reductions during Trump's second term.
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Trump requests staffing reductions at national intelligence office
President Donald Trump has asked Bill Pulte, the acting director of national intelligence, to reduce staffing at the office further. This follows previous significant cuts made during his second term.
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Trump says he wants Pulte to further slash staffing at national intelligence office
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Trump requests staffing reductions at national intelligence office