Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has been appointed as acting Director of National Intelligence by President Donald Trump in a major administrative reshuffle. Known for overseeing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, Pulte has primarily worked in housing finance and business sectors. His unexpected move into intelligence leadership has drawn attention due to his lack of formal national security or military experience.

Trump has named Bill Pulte has acting director of national intelligence.

Trump Names Housing Official As Acting Director Of National Intelligence

That is, everyone except Donald Trump.

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he would appoint Bill Pulte to be the director of national intelligence.