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ODNI cuts staff 30% before new director, terminations ongoing

7/29/2026

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Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte said the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) cut its workforce by about 30% before Jay Clayton was confirmed as his replacement.
Pulte announced agency is conducting a round of terminations.
Rachel Cohen said he has not provided data to verify firings.
Officials told the Times Pulte’s count likely includes staff finishing tours or unfilled posts at other ODNI units.

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Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte said the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) cut its workforce by about 30% before Jay Clayton was confirmed as his replacement.
Pulte announced agency is conducting a round of terminations.
Rachel Cohen said he has not provided data to verify firings.
Officials told the Times Pulte’s count likely includes staff finishing tours or unfilled posts at other ODNI units.