US President Donald Trump said that the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, Bill Bolte, will serve as director of national intelligence.
Despite the new appointment, Bolte, 38, will retain his positions as FHFA director and chairman of mortgage giants FHFA.
Trump explained the appointment: “William has extensive experience in addressing America’s most sensitive issues, ensuring the safety and soundness of the financial markets, and managing more than $10 trillion in Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac.”
Donald Trump puts At the head of a major political ally with no experience in national security.
Bill Bolt will replace Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence. She has held this position since February 2025. Gabbard resigned in mid-May due to her husband’s illness. According to Reuters, she was forced to resign due to disagreements with the White House.
Counters famous As one of Trump’s most loyal allies. Among other things, he called for investigations into the president’s political opponents.