Senate to begin voting on Trump intelligence nominee Jay Clayton – US politics live
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The US Senate has begun voting on President Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton. His confirmation is expected within days following a tense confirmation hearing. The DNI oversees all US intelligence agencies, making the appointment significant for national security.
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Jay Clayton is expected to be approved as DNI within days.
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The confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton was tense.
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Loaded language removedThe US president’s nominee to be the country’s director of national intelligence is expected to be approved within days – but only after a notable confirmation hearing.
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The confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton was tense.
OpinionJay Clayton is expected to be approved as DNI within days.
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