Trump Nominates Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence After Interim Pick Controversy
President Donald Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman and current US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, as the next Director of National Intelligence, following controversy over his interim pick Bill Pulte, who lacked intelligence experience. Clayton's nomination requires Senate confirmation amid congressional concerns over national security and privacy. Additionally, discussions have emerged about Clayton's alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein associates, though no direct links have been confirmed. Tulsi Gabbard resigned from the DNI post citing personal reasons.