Retired CIA Officer Calls Bill Pulte a 'Political Hack' Over DNI Role

A retired CIA officer has criticized Bill Pulte regarding his role. The officer used the term 'political hack' to describe him. This comment relates to Pulte serving as acting DNI. The criticism was reported by the outlet Modern Ghana. The remarks highlight concerns about his qualifications. Intelligence community veterans often weigh in on appointments. The specific role mentioned is Director of National Intelligence. The label suggests a lack of professional intelligence experience.