Bessent says he told Pulte ‘I was going to kick his a–‘

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testified that he told FHFA Director Bill Pulte he meant to confront him aggressively, indicating a prior dispute. Pulte was recently named by President Trump to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence on an acting basis. This revelation sheds light on potential internal tensions within key government agencies and raises questions about the dynamics of personnel changes during high-stakes positions. Bessent's comments could influence perceptions of Pulte's leadership style and how he handles conflicts.