Stakeholders addressed a developing story on June 2, 2026 as official briefings and market data framed the episode for readers following June headlines. On June 2, 2026, President Trump named Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William “Bill” Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence.
Authorities also said pulte will remain FHFA director and chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac while serving in the acting DNI role (NBC, Fox, Time). The appointment follows Tulsi Gabbard’s resignation effective June 30, 2026, citing her husband’s bone cancer diagnosis.
Related briefings added that lawmakers from both parties questioned Pulte’s lack of intelligence background; acting appointment bypasses Senate confirmation for now.
Next procedural dates were not immediately revised in initial statements.
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