President Donald Trump announced that Bill Pulte will not serve permanently as the director of national intelligence following significant bipartisan backlash regarding his appointment.Lawmakers questioned the qualifications of a nominee who currently leads the FHFA and lacks professional intelligence experience.Trump defended his choice as a temporary measure while he continues to interview other candidates for the critical security role.Pulte remains under scrutiny for allegedly using his previous government position to target political opponents and investigate the 2020 election.