President Donald Trump announced on June 11, 2026, that he has nominated Jay Clayton, the former Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and current U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, to be the next permanent Director of National Intelligence. This nomination follows a brief period of leadership by acting Director William Pulte, who took over after Tulsi Gabbard's resignation. In a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed his support for Clayton, stating that he is highly respected in the legal community and encouraged the Senate to confirm his nomination promptly.
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Trump nominates Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence
On June 11, 2026, President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence. Clayton, who previously served as the SEC Chairman and is currently the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to be confirmed by the Senate.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'very Highly Respected'
- ✕ loaded language: 'most prominent and successful'
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Trump nominates Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman, current US Attorney, as intelligence director
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Trump nominates Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence