Former DNI Tulsi Gabbard accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of using his influence to steer scrutiny away from the lab leak theory of COVID-19's origins and protect himself from accountability, alleging perjury before Congress and disinformation campaigns.
Tulsi Gabbard claims Anthony Fauci used his influence to steer scrutiny away from the lab leak theory of COVID-19's origin and protect himself from accountability, alleging perjury before Congress and disinformation campaigns.
Bill Pulte, President Trump's pick for acting director of National Intelligence, reportedly arrived a day early and requested a list of all employees to determine potential firings. Sources suggest hundreds of jobs may be cut. Pulte's lack of experience and past use of his housing authority position against political enemies have drawn criticism.
President Trump's controversial pick, Bill Pulte, is set to become acting Director of National Intelligence. This move comes as Trump links the crucial national security program FISA to the passage of a voter ID bill, blocking Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing. Concerns are raised about Pulte's qualifications and potential misuse of intelligence.
President Trump threatened to keep housing executive Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence indefinitely unless senators pass his voter ID bill and confirm James McDonald as a top federal prosecutor. Trump's demands have jeopardized the reauthorization of FISA and the confirmation of Jay Clayton for DNI.
President Trump canceled Jay Clayton's DNI confirmation hearing, blaming Republicans and Democrats. He cited Republican concessions on FISA reauthorization and the blue slip process for judicial nominees as reasons for the delay, stating Clayton would not be removed until his replacement is confirmed.
President Trump has unexpectedly postponed Jay Clayton's nomination for Director of National Intelligence and is blocking a surveillance tool's approval. He demands the Senate pass a voting bill and approve Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney before proceeding, creating political leverage.
President Trump has postponed the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton, his nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), demanding that a stalled voting bill and another nominee be advanced. This move surprised many and highlights a rift between Trump and the Republican-controlled Senate.
Senate Intelligence Committee hearing for Jay Clayton's DNI nomination postponed after President Trump called for a pause. Trump linked Clayton's confirmation and FISA Section 702 renewal to a stalled GOP voting bill and another nominee's approval.
Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence (DNI) nominee, Jay Clayton. Trump cited the need to ensure Jamie McDonald, a lawyer involved in one of his cases, is approved as US Attorney before replacing Clayton.
President Trump intends to nominate James McDonald as US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, a key role in Wall Street cases. McDonald previously served as director of enforcement at the CFTC and as an assistant US attorney at SDNY. He is involved in Trump's appeal of hush money convictions and a case involving Gautam Adani.
The US Director of National Intelligence has revealed new evidence of US government funding for over 120 biolabs in more than 30 countries, including Ukraine. The statement noted that these labs may be at risk of compromise due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and that evidence of their existence and funding had been withheld from the American public.
President Trump nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC head, as Director of National Intelligence. This follows Bill Pulte's controversial appointment, which stalled efforts to renew FISA 702 before its Friday expiration.
President Trump nominated Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence, replacing acting head Bill Pulte amid controversy. The selection of Pulte, who investigated political adversaries, led to the House rejecting a surveillance program extension.
미국 대통령 도널드 트럼프가 신임 국가정보국(DNI) 국장으로 제이 클레이턴 전 뉴욕남부연방검사장을 지명했다. 클레이턴은 금융 규제 전문가로 정보·안보 분야 비전문가라는 점에서 인준 과정에서의 논란이 예상된다.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday he is nominating Jay Clayton, current U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and former SEC chairman, to be the next permanent Director of National Intelligence. Clayton's nomination requires Senate confirmation.
President Trump appointed Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting Director of National Intelligence. This move surprised lawmakers and complicated delicate negotiations for the renewal of FISA Section 702, a key surveillance tool, with many critics citing Pulte's lack of national security experience and perceived partisan agenda.
President Trump's delay in naming a permanent Director of National Intelligence risks the lapse of a key surveillance law, Section 702 of FISA, on June 12. Democrats are withholding votes due to concerns over Trump's temporary pick, Bill Pulte, who lacks experience. Trump has requested a short-term extension.
As US midterm elections near, congressional Republicans are increasingly defying President Trump, voting with Democrats on resolutions like requiring congressional approval for hostilities against Iran and aiding Ukraine, amidst public disapproval of Trump's administration and concerns over his policies.
US President Donald Trump wants acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte to fire employees, deepening controversy over Pulte's appointment
President Trump stated Bill Pulte, his acting director of national intelligence pick, won't be his permanent choice due to bipartisan concerns over Pulte's lack of national security experience.
President Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, 38, as acting Director of National Intelligence. Pulte, currently director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has no intelligence experience but is a loyal Trump supporter. His appointment has drawn criticism from lawmakers.
US President Trump appointed FHFA Director Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Pulte, lacking national security experience but valued for his loyalty and support of Trump's foreign policy, including a potential war with Iran, secured the position despite internal concerns.
Democrats express skepticism over President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, citing his lack of experience and loyalty to Trump as key concerns.
