New Trump appointee fires several office of director of national intelligence staff – report
Summary
President Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of the US Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) in June 2024. Since then, over 50 staff members, including some with ties to former director Tulsi Gabbard, have been fired or reassigned, raising concerns among lawmakers about the impact on national security.Key Facts
- Bill Pulte became acting DNI director after Tulsi Gabbard left the role in late May 2024.
- More than 50 staff members have been dismissed or sent back to their previous agencies.
- Many political appointees linked to Gabbard were among those removed.
- The National Terrorism Center has faced large staff cuts.
- Congressional leaders from both parties expressed concern about large-scale firings without their consultation.
- Pulte also leads the federal housing finance agency.
- Some lawmakers worry that cuts could put the agency’s mission to prevent terrorism at risk.
- Last year, under Gabbard, DNI’s workforce was reduced by 40% because of concerns over inefficiency and misuse of intelligence.
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