Bill Pulte is an American businessman and philanthropist who currently serves as the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). He is the grandson of William J. Pulte, founder of the homebuilding company PulteGroup.
Before his appointment to the FHFA, Bill Pulte founded and led Pulte Capital Partners, a private equity firm, and was involved in various philanthropic activities, including significant charitable contributions through social media platforms.
In January 2025, President Donald Trump nominated Pulte to lead the FHFA, and he was confirmed by the Senate in March 2025 with a vote of 56 to 43.
Since assuming the role, Pulte has initiated significant changes, including restructuring the boards of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and has expressed a commitment to scrutinize their performance to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.