Schumer: Trump ‘holding our national security hostage’ over delayed Clayton nomination
Summary
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said President Trump is delaying the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton to become the director of national intelligence. President Trump announced on his social media that the delay is to address issues related to Federal Housing.Key Facts
- Jay Clayton is nominated to be the director of national intelligence (DNI).
- President Trump is delaying Clayton’s confirmation hearing.
- Chuck Schumer criticized Trump for this delay, saying it affects national security.
- Trump explained the delay is to handle matters connected to Federal Housing.
- The confirmation hearing is an important step for Clayton’s appointment.
- Chuck Schumer is the Senate Minority Leader and a Democrat from New York.
- Trump made the announcement on his social media platform, Truth Social.
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