Trump intends to nominate Jay Clayton as national intelligence director

President Donald Trump announced a nomination for a key intelligence post. He intends to put US Attorney Jay Clayton forward as national intelligence director. The nomination would place Clayton at the head of the intelligence community. Clayton’s legal background includes serving as a federal prosecutor. The proposal was detailed in a statement to the media. Daily Freeman covered the announcement. Confirmation of the appointment will require Senate approval. The move could shape the direction of U.S. intelligence policy.