Pulte pick raises concerns about DNI independence President Donald Trump’s pick of Bill Pulte to be the acting director of national intelligence got mixed reviews Tuesday on Capitol Hill, as some worried that the Trump ally may seek to weaponize the agency. Pulte, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency and chairman of Fannie Mae and… Roll Call · Jun 2
Dollar Slips on US-Iran Peace Hopes The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.04%. Comments from President Trump have reduced safe-haven demand for the dollar when he said that negotiations with Iran are continuing "at a rapid pace" and he's optimistic the US can reach an interim peace deal with Iran" over the next... Barchart · Jun 2
Where Was $1.776 Billion Going? The Shocking List of People Blocked by New 'Slush Fund' Bill US senators Mark Kelly, Adam Schiff and Elissa Slotkin have introduced the Drain the Slush Fund Act to shut down Donald Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti‑weaponisation' fund. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
Who is Bill Pulte? Trump names FHFA Director as acting Intelligence Chief in major leadership shift 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… The Economic Times · Jun 2
Freedom 250: Who’s in and out after several artists drop Trump’s concert event “The Great American State Fair” is a series of concerts, exhibits, tributes and other programs scheduled to take place June 25 to July 10 on Washington’s National Mall The Independent UK · Jun 2
Seven US states sue Trump administration over deal to kill windfarm project State attorneys general argue $1bn deal to terminate major offshore wind lease off the coast of New York is unlawful The Guardian - US · Jun 2
Israel conducts deadly attacks on southern Lebanon after Trump promises de-escalation Israel kept up strikes on southern Lebanon on Tuesday, killing eight people, including children, as it pressed its campaign against Hezbollah a day after President Donald Trump asked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to attack Beirut to avert a further escalation. France 24 · Jun 2
Ivanka Trump Dubbed As 'Daughter of the Antichrist', Targeted in Chilling Assassination Plot Ivanka Trump faced online abuse after sharing Jelly Roll concert photos, as reports highlighted an alleged plot targeting her over Donald Trump's actions. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
US job openings climbed to 7.6 million in April despite economic fallout from the Iran war U.S. job openings jumped in April as the labor market looked resilient despite economic uncertainty caused by the Iran war The Independent UK · Jun 2
Stocks Pressured by Uncertainty of US-Iran Ceasefire Prospects The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.20%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.23%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.33%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.18%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures... Barchart · Jun 2
‘Naive or dumb’: Markwayne Mullin slammed over plan to pull customs agents from airports in sanctuary cities Homeland Security secretary warned proposal would cause travel chaos for Americans of all political persuasions The Independent UK · Jun 2
Donald Trump names William Pulte as interim spy chief ahead of Tulsi Gabbard's departure US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the appointment of William J Pulte, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), as the interim Director of National Intelligence (DNI), ahead of Tulsi Gabbard's departure from the post to care for her cancer-stricken husband. The Times of India · Jun 2
The Economic Times · Jun 2 US may have shaved its metal tariffs but the steel wall facing Indian exporters remains standing Tariff modifications in the United States bring a touch of relief for Indian exporters, particularly with reduced duties on select metal-involved equipment. Despite this, the persistent high tariffs on imports like steel, aluminum, and copper suggest limited benefit for India’s metal sector overall. Yet, firms leveraging U.S.
The Independent UK · Jun 2 Who is Bill Pulte? Trump names acting DNI after Tulsi Gabbard resigned IN FULL
The Economic Times · Jun 2 US SEC, Elon Musk defend 'compromise' settlement over Twitter purchases Musk called the settlement a fair, adequate and reasonable resolution where "each side gave something up and each side gained something," according to a Monday night filing in the Washington, D.C., federal court.
The Independent UK · Jun 2 Trump names Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence after Tulsi Gabbard’s resignation He will retain his current positions while serving in the intelligence role
The Independent UK · Jun 2 Trump is furious with Netanyahu because Israel is still in charge ANALYSIS: Donald Trump has gone further than ever in venting his rage against Benjamin Netanyahu, but don’t be fooled: it’s Israel’s PM who remains the master manipulator here, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley
The Guardian - US · Jun 2 Trump taps ally Bill Pulte to serve as top intelligence chief US president says head of Federal Housing Finance Agency will serve as acting director days after Gabbard exits role
The Independent UK · Jun 2 Trump uses the exact same post for the third time to rip Democrats over Iran war The latest post came after the latest breakdown in negotiations to end the Iran war
The Economic Times · Jun 2 US stocks today: US stocks slip at open after record highs Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Tuesday after hitting a series of record highs, while blowout results from Hewlett Packard Enterprise and a funding commitment from Alphabet underscored investor confidence in the AI buildout.
The Times of India · Jun 2 From crypto to golf resorts: How Trump, his allies have profited during his second term Donald Trump entered his second term promising to focus on the economy, national interests with a 'America First' agenda. However, a recent AP report points to a growing number of business deals, financial ventures and government decisions that have benefited Trump and his allies.
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