President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte as the acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI) following the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte, who currently serves as the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), will maintain his role overseeing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac while taking on intelligence responsibilities. Trump praised Pulte's experience in managing sensitive matters, citing his oversight of over $10 trillion in assets. Gabbard's departure, attributed to personal reasons, has led to a rapid leadership transition. Pulte, born May 28, 1988, has a background primarily in housing finance and business, lacking formal military or intelligence experience, which has raised questions about his suitability for the DNI role. His appointment signifies a significant shift in leadership dynamics within the U.S. intelligence community. Pulte's dual responsibilities will require him to balance national security coordination with housing finance oversight, a rare overlap at high government levels.