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themarysue.comTrump Nominates Housing Official to Lead Intelligence Office
President Trump has nominated a housing official to serve as Director of National Intelligence. The selection has prompted discussions about reducing the size or eliminating the office.
The HillSenator Questions Housing Finance Agency Director's Qualifications for Intelligence Role
A Republican senator stated that the Federal Housing Finance Agency director lacks the background needed for a permanent national intelligence position. The comments follow the director's temporary appointment after the prior intelligence chief stepped aside for family medical re…
thehindu.comAnnounced DNI Nominee Lacks Security Clearance
President Trump announced Bill Pulte as the next Acting Director of National Intelligence earlier this week. Pulte has not yet been vetted and does not hold a security clearance for highly classified information.
Washington ExaminerTrump Nominates Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche for Permanent Position
President Trump announced the nomination during a White House dinner on Wednesday. Blanche has served as acting attorney general since April.
theblaze.comTrump Names Housing Finance Agency Head as Acting Intelligence Director
President Trump appointed the current head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency to serve as acting director of national intelligence. The appointee will replace the previous officeholder, who resigned last month, and will continue in his housing finance roles.
680news.comActing Attorney General Takes New Approach in Role
Todd Blanche, previously viewed as a conventional appointee, has adopted a more assertive stance since becoming acting attorney general. The shift occurs as he leads the Justice Department under President Trump.
FortuneTrump's Fed Chair Nominee Opposes Rate Cuts
President Trump's choice for Federal Reserve chair is expected to encounter obstacles in lowering interest rates due to rising inflation and committee dynamics. The nominee pledged independence during a recent Senate hearing but provided limited details on rate direction. Economi…