Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) stated on June 17, 2026, that President Trump is delaying the confirmation hearing for U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton to serve as director of national intelligence (DNI), which Schumer claims jeopardizes national security. In a post on Truth Social, Trump indicated that the delay is intended to ensure that Federal Housing issues are addressed.
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Schumer criticizes Trump for delaying Clayton's nomination as DNI
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized President Trump for delaying the confirmation hearing of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, stating it poses a risk to national security. Trump announced the delay on Truth Social, attributing it to the need to address Federal Housing matters.
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Schumer: Trump ‘holding our national security hostage’ over delayed Clayton nomination
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Schumer criticizes Trump for delaying Clayton's nomination as DNI