Morning Briefing — June 3, 2026

White House Appointments. President Trump has named Bill Pulte, a housing official, as the acting intelligence chief. This appointment has drawn attention from both parties, with some reports noting Pulte's history as a Trump attack dog. The move would grant Pulte access to a significant amount of intelligence.

Federal Funds Scrapped. The Trump administration is abandoning a $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate presidential allies, according to Blanche. The Justice Department is reportedly not moving forward with this "anti-weaponization fund" after pushback from Congress and a revolt by Republicans. Republicans are now considering their next steps following the scrapping of the fund.

Supreme Court on Alabama Map. The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to use a congressional map that favors Republicans in this year's elections. This decision permits the use of a map that a lower court had previously struck down as racially discriminatory. The ruling reinstates the Republican-favored districts for the midterms.

Iowa Senate Primary. In Iowa, Democrat Josh Turek and Republican Ashley Hinson will compete for a pivotal U.S. Senate seat. Turek, a Paralympian, won the Democratic primary with establishment support, while Hinson secured the Republican nomination. This race is seen as potentially shaping the Democrats' path to a Senate majority.