https://cdnph.upi.com/ph/st/th/2941781114137/2026/upi/5c834f7af5045b8bbc03cfd89b7d2996/v1.5/Trump-calls-for-spy-powers-extension-in-fight-over-Pulte.jpg" /> President Donald Trump on Wednesday pushed back against bipartisan criticism of his choice of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.