President Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as the acting director of national intelligence on June 10, 2026. Pulte is described as a confidant of Trump and reportedly lacks experience in national security. This appointment comes at a time when the FISA surveillance law may be set to expire.
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Bill Pulte Appointed as Acting Director of National Intelligence Amid FISA Law Expiration Concerns
Bill Pulte has been appointed by President Trump as the acting director of national intelligence. Pulte's appointment raises concerns due to his lack of national security experience, coinciding with the potential expiration of the FISA surveillance law.
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FISA Surveillance Law May Expire After Trump Picks Bill Pulte for Intel Post
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Bill Pulte Appointed as Acting Director of National Intelligence Amid FISA Law Expiration Concerns