Trump's new spy chief confirmed by US Senate
The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence by a 51-47 vote, succeeding acting chief Bill Pulte.
OriginalSourceBBCUnited KingdomLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:07 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceBBCUnited KingdomLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:07 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Trump's new spy chief confirmed by US Senate”
Trump’s new spy chief confirmed by US Senate
Key points
- Jay Clayton confirmed as US director of national intelligence by a 51-47 Senate vote.
- He succeeds acting DNI Bill Pulte after initial backlash over Pulte’s housing background.
- Clayton previously led the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York.
- Confirmation may influence debates on Fisa Section 702 renewal and surveillance.
- Trump praised Clayton, calling him outstanding, while Warner cautioned about leadership.
Other reports
- SourceBloombergUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BloombergSourceBloombergUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Bloomberg
“US Senate Confirms Clayton to Replace Pulte as Trump’s Spy Chief”
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The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence by a 51-47 vote, succeeding acting chief Bill Pulte.