Trump says new acting DNI should dismantle the office

Former President Donald Trump made a public comment about the intelligence leadership. He said he wants the new acting director of national intelligence to cut the office. The statement was reported by Audacy. Trump’s remark targets the office overseen by the director. He expressed a desire for structural reduction. The comment could influence how the intelligence community is organized. No further details were given about how the change would be carried out. Stakeholders are expected to watch for any official response.