Trump’s appointment of Pulte, a top housing official, blindsided congressional Republicans and Democrats alike on Tuesday.

Democrats noted that Bill Pulte's major qualification appeared to be his enthusiasm for fulfilling Trump's requests.

“We don’t need a weaponized DNI; we need professionals there," said Senate Majority Leader John Thune.

And Democrats aren’t alone in wanting Bill Pulte gone.

Trump’s appointment of Pulte, a top housing official, blindsided congressional Republicans and Democrats alike on Tuesday.