The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence on a 51-47 party-line vote, replacing temporary director Bill Pulte. Clayton, a former SEC chairman and U.S. attorney, faced Democratic criticism for refusing to say President Joe Biden won the 2020 election. Republicans praised him, but Democrats expressed concerns over his candidness and Pulte's interim actions, including releasing classified documents.
Senate confirms Jay Clayton as intelligence chief
Source: AP News
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