The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as the director of national intelligence in a 51-47 party-line vote.
Key facts
- •Jay Clayton was confirmed by the Senate in a 51-47 vote.
- •The vote was split along party lines.
- •Clayton is currently a U.S. attorney.
- •He previously served as chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
- •The confirmation may impact the debate over renewing warrantless spy powers.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as the director of national intelligence on Tuesday. The confirmation passed in a 51-47 party-line vote.
Background of the nominee
Jay Clayton currently serves as a U.S. attorney. He previously held the position of chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission during the first Trump administration.
Legislative implications
The confirmation of Clayton could potentially revive a stalled battle regarding the renewal of the nation’s warrantless spy powers.
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