Trump Halts Tulsi Replacement’s Nomination Until His Latest Demand Is Met

1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that Jay Clayton’s nomination to be the new Director of National Intelligence would not move forward until the Senate confirms one of his picks for U.S. Attorney. In a lengthy…

In this story:Donald John TrumpJay ClaytonTulsi GabbardUnited States SenateUnited States Intelligence Community

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