United States President Donald Trump has expressed support for reducing the size of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), suggesting structural reforms and workforce adjustments within the agency.
Eko Hot News reports that in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Trump stated that the intelligence coordination office should be streamlined, adding that some employees may no longer be needed based on current administrative priorities.
He said he expects Bill Pulte, who has been selected as acting head of the agency, to begin reviewing staffing levels while a permanent nominee for the position is being considered.
Trump emphasized that early restructuring would help future leadership by reducing the burden of organizational changes later in the process.
He noted that similar restructuring efforts have been carried out in other federal departments under his administration’s governance approach.
According to him, the goal is to improve efficiency and ensure that agencies are aligned with current policy direction.
He suggested that long-serving personnel from previous administrations could be part of the workforce review process.
Trump further indicated that the intelligence office itself could be subject to broader evaluation regarding its long-term structure and size.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence was created to coordinate intelligence activities across multiple U.S. agencies.
It works with key institutions including the Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Trump argued that the agency may have expanded beyond its original purpose and requires reassessment.
He did not provide specific figures regarding potential job reductions or structural changes.
The White House has not issued an official statement detailing any formal implementation plan.
Federal workforce regulations generally govern staffing changes within intelligence agencies, with limits on dismissal procedures for certain categories of employees.
Pulte has not publicly outlined any detailed reform plan for the agency at this time.
The proposal reflects Trump’s broader push for federal government restructuring and administrative downsizing.
Policy analysts note that any significant changes would require careful review to ensure continuity in intelligence operations.
The discussion adds to ongoing debates in Washington about the size, scope, and efficiency of federal agencies.
