Tag: senate intelligence committee
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Trump's Pick for Intel Chief Jeopardizes Surveillance Powers Deal
President Trump's surprise pick for intel chief, William Pulte, has thrown a wrench into a fragile deal to extend a critical surveillance authority, sparking concerns from lawmakers that his appointment could put politics over national security. With Pulte's lack of experience and questionable past, some are worried that the nation's intelligence operations may be weaponized for personal gain.
Senator Warns of Election Security Support Erosion
Senator Mark Warner is sounding the alarm on a critical issue: the alarming erosion of federal support for election security just ahead of the 2026 midterms, leaving states and localities vulnerable to threats. He's demanding answers from the Department of Homeland Security and CISA about their current election security posture.