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Trump delays his own national intelligence nominee, fueling tension with fellow Republicans
President Donald Trump announced he is delaying the nomination of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence and that Bill Pulte will serve as acting director. This move upended Senate efforts to renew a surveillance program and fueled tensions with fellow Republicans.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 08:32 PM EDT
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