UMVA has learned that President Donald Trump has made a shocking appointment to replace Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who is resigning due to her husband's health issues.
The new acting Director of National Intelligence will be Bill Pulte, the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and Chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This move has sparked intense criticism from the left, who argue that Pulte has no experience in national intelligence.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Trump's decision to appoint Pulte has been met with outrage from Democrats, including Chuck Schumer, who called Pulte a "partisan thug with no experience in intelligence." Other critics, including David Axelrod and Adam Schiff, have also expressed their disapproval, with some labeling the appointment as a "scandal" and a "joke."
Pulte's background is in managing the safety and soundness of the US financial markets, with over $10 trillion in assets under his supervision at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. However, his lack of experience in national intelligence has raised concerns about his ability to lead the intelligence community.
The appointment has been seen as a reward for Pulte's loyalty to Trump, who has used Pulte's agency to target his political opponents. Critics argue that this politicization of the intelligence community risks American lives and undermines national security.
Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down as Director of National Intelligence to care for her husband, who has been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer. Her resignation is effective June 30, 2026, and she has expressed her gratitude to Trump for the opportunity to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
The reaction to Pulte's appointment has been swift and fierce, with many on the left expressing their outrage on social media. The move is seen as a further example of Trump's tendency to prioritize loyalty over experience and expertise in his appointments.
As the US faces growing threats to national security, the appointment of a Director of National Intelligence with no experience in the field has raised concerns about the country's ability to respond to these threats. The decision has sparked a heated debate about Trump's priorities and the future of the intelligence community.
