Trump promised to “drain the swamp,” but his Cabinet of Misfit Toys was a spectacular fail. And as those incompetent appointments flame out, he’s restocking with even worse. Take Bill Pulte. Please.
I think It really doesn't matter who directs national intelligence for two reasons:
1. Trump doesn't read or listen attentively to the national security briefings, and more universally,
2. he always has to be the smartest in the room so can't have anyone showing him up by appearing more knowledgeable or capable regardless of topic.
There will never be a competent person—whom will all be rubber stamped by Congress or bypass Congress by being permanently interim—in a senior position. Anyone with even modest capability will be set up to be ineffective or to fail.
Yes! Maybe those jelly fish will discover a spine. One complication is, Pulte was appointed "acting" so he does not need confirmation, but the Senate could always hold up other legislation that Trump wants.
Right on … thanks for putting it into words!
I think It really doesn't matter who directs national intelligence for two reasons:
1. Trump doesn't read or listen attentively to the national security briefings, and more universally,
2. he always has to be the smartest in the room so can't have anyone showing him up by appearing more knowledgeable or capable regardless of topic.
There will never be a competent person—whom will all be rubber stamped by Congress or bypass Congress by being permanently interim—in a senior position. Anyone with even modest capability will be set up to be ineffective or to fail.
Good point, Dennis. I think the greater danger is having someone like Pulte in a position with direct access to the extensive intelligence network.
Let’s hope there is a big push back from GOP Senators on confirming these two totally unqualified nominees.
Yes! Maybe those jelly fish will discover a spine. One complication is, Pulte was appointed "acting" so he does not need confirmation, but the Senate could always hold up other legislation that Trump wants.