Key Facts

• President Trump announced Jay Clayton as his nominee for director of national intelligence.
• Jay Clayton currently serves as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
• Clayton was previously the chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
• The president asked the Senate to confirm Clayton quickly.
• Bill Pulte is the current acting director of national intelligence but faces criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans.
• Democrats are refusing to approve an extension of a key intelligence authority until Pulte’s role is resolved.
• Bill Pulte will take over from Tulsi Gabbard on June 19.
• President Trump emphasized Clayton’s respected legal background and his cabinet-level appointment.