Trump's pick for US spy chief due to be approved in Senate vote after confirmation hearing

The US Senate is expected to approve Jay Clayton, Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, despite a tense confirmation hearing. Clayton would replace Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned in June. The Senate Intelligence Committee recommended him in a 9-8 party-line vote after he refused to acknowledge Trump's 2020 election loss.

The US Senate is expected to approve Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, despite a contentious confirmation hearing. Clayton, currently Manhattan US Attorney, would replace Tulsi Gabbard, who stepped down in June after clashes with congressional Democrats. The Senate Intelligence Committee recommended Clayton in a narrow 9-8 party-line vote, with all Republican votes. During his hearing, Clayton repeatedly refused to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election. He also faced questions about subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists. A procedural vote is set for Monday, with final confirmation expected later in the week. Republicans hold a 53-47 majority and are expected to support him.