Trump names new spy chief after Pulte pushback
President Trump has selected Jay Clayton, the current US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, as the new Director of National Intelligence. The move comes after lawmakers rejected a previous nominee due to concerns over a lack of relevant experience.
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The appointment of a new intelligence chief is a major administrative shift that impacts US national security oversight and congressional relations.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Max Matza Getty Images US President Donald Trump has named the top federal prosecutor in New York to be the nation s most senior spy chief, after lawmakers in Congress objected to his previous choice due to lack of relevant experience.
The article balances the administration's praise for the nominee with the context of congressional pushback against the previous choice.
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