Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte Claims to Have Fired Nearly One‑Third of Staff

Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte announced he has terminated nearly a third of his office’s staff. Pulte made the claim during his final hours in the role. The statement was presented as part of a broader effort to reshape the agency. Several officials have questioned the accuracy of the reported figure. Critics suggest the numbers may be inflated or mischaracterized. The controversy occurs as the intelligence community faces leadership turnover. No independent verification of the firing count has been provided. The situation may affect morale and operational continuity within the agency.