The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has experienced a significant reduction in staff. Recent adjustments have seen the staffing level decrease to just over half of what it was when President Donald Trump returned to office.
As of July 23, 2026, sources indicate a notable downsizing within the ODNI. This reduction includes approximately 200 staff members who have either been dismissed or reassigned since June 1. This information was shared with Congress by the Trump administration during the current week.
Jay Clayton, the nominee for Director of National Intelligence, highlighted these challenges in his testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee. The hearing took place on July 15 and was documented by Mariam Zuhaib for AP. The committee is closely reviewing the implications of these staffing changes.