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Trump Appoints Bill Pulte as Acting DNI to Probe 'Rigged Elections'

President Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte, a loyalist lacking intelligence experience, as acting director of national intelligence to investigate 'rigged elections.' The temporary appointment has sparked bipartisan criticism from lawmakers concerned about the weaponization of intelligence services.

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Trump claims Bill Pulte will investigate ‘rigged elections’ in temporary intelligence role

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Trump claims Bill Pulte will investigate ‘rigged elections’ in temporary intelligence role

Jun 5, 2026, 7:30 AM

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