How Pulte won Trump by being an attack dog
Housing finance guru Bill Pulte captured President Donald Trump‘s attention by referring the commander in chief’s political enemies to the Justice Department for criminal prosecution over allegations of mortgage fraud.
TL;DR
- Bill Pulte gained President Trump's attention by referring political enemies for prosecution over alleged mortgage fraud.
- Pulte leveraged his political standing and Trump's favor to pursue a Cabinet-level position as acting director of national intelligence.
- Concerns have been raised by lawmakers regarding Pulte's qualifications for the national security role.
- A White House source suggested that Pulte's personal request and Trump's positive regard for him were factors in the appointment.
- Some Republican senators have expressed skepticism about Pulte's credentials, adding to existing frustrations with Trump's actions.