On this episode of “Face the Nation,” hosted by Margaret Brennan, the focus was on President Trump’s controversial appointment of Bill Pulte, a man with no intelligence experience, as the national intelligence director. This decision has caused unease within the intelligence community and among lawmakers, including Republicans who are working to reauthorize a key surveillance program. The show also highlighted the upcoming Democratic Senate primary in Maine, where candidate Graham Platner is under scrutiny for past aggressive behavior. Additionally, the discussion touched on the growing debate over government regulation of artificial intelligence. Guests included Representatives Ro Khanna, Jim Himes, and Don Bacon, as well as cybersecurity expert Chris Krebs and Biden adviser Ben Buchanan.
QUESTION: How might the appointment of someone with no intelligence experience to a key national security position impact public trust in government institutions?
Full transcript of “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” June 7, 2026
