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Jay Clayton Testifies Before Senate in Hearing for Director of National Intelligence

Jay Clayton, nominated by President Trump to lead the nation's intelligence community, faced senators in a confirmation hearing on July 15, according to PBS NewsHour, Politics.

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This story restores context around a consequential appointment, reminding readers what the DNI role actually does and why the confirmation process exists as a check on executive authority.

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