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President Donald Trump has delayed the confirmation of his nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton, while urging Congress to pass surveillance and voter ID laws, keeping Bill Pulte in the acting role. The move has sparked criticism from Democrats who call it chaotic, while Republicans express regret over the postponed hearing.
President Donald Trump on June 10 said he will nominate federal prosecutor Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence. The move follows criticism of acting Director Bill Pulte, who lacks intelligence or military experience. Clayton, a former SEC chairman, will need Senate confirmation.
President Donald Trump has appointed Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as acting Director of National Intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard who resigned. The decision has sparked controversy as Pulte has no intelligence background, drawing criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Louise Arbour, a former Supreme Court Justice and war crimes prosecutor, as the new Governor General of Canada. Arbour, 79, will formally represent King Charles III and oversee ceremonial and constitutional duties. The appointment comes after pressure to choose a bilingual candidate following the tenure of Mary Simon who faced challenges with French.
