President Trump just called out the “Radical Left Dumocrats” for blocking a FISA 702 extension because they are unhappy with the appointment of Bill Pulte as Acting DNI.
Primarily in the Senate, Democrats are trying to force Trump to remove Pulte from his new role and are holding the FISA bill hostage to get their way.
Trump tries to convince them that this is only temporary and he is looking for a permanent Director of National Intelligence, and asks for a short-term FISA 702 extension.
Here’s what he said:
Just like they did on Border Funding, the Radical Left Dumocrats are trying to take our National Security hostage because of unrelated issues. They should stop playing politics with the safety of our Great Country.
I have named William Pulte to be Acting Director of National Intelligence, who will take over on June 19th, and have asked him to execute the immediate and needed downsizing of the office, reverting staff to their home agencies. At the same time, I am looking for a permanent ODNI Nominee with experience in National Security.
FISA 702 is very important to our Military, and keeping the American People safe, especially during the World Cup and America250 Celebrations. If nothing is done, this important Law will expire this week. I am asking Congress to send me a short-term extension of FISA to provide time for the selection and confirmation of a permanent Head of the Agency. I would like to thank Director Pulte for his time and commitment. President DONALD J. TRUMP