Watch live: Trump intel pick Jay Clayton’s confirmation hearing
Summary
Jay Clayton, chosen by President Donald Trump to be director of national intelligence, had a confirmation hearing scheduled for Wednesday. However, the hearing was canceled by Republicans because Democrats would not agree to extend a surveillance law before removing Bill Pulte.Key Facts
- Jay Clayton is nominated by President Trump to replace Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence.
- His confirmation hearing was set for Wednesday afternoon.
- Republicans decided to cancel the hearing.
- The cancellation happened early Wednesday morning.
- Democrats refused to extend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
- Republicans wanted FISA extended only if Bill Pulte was removed.
- Bill Pulte is involved in the issue related to the hearing and FISA extension.
- The disagreement between parties caused the hearing to be postponed or canceled.
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