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Trump cancels hearing for intelligence chief pick, says Pulte will remain
The president canceled a hearing for Jay Clayton's intelligence chief nomination, linking the decision to efforts to pass voting restrictions. The hearing will be delayed until Clayton's replacement as U.S. attorney is confirmed, and Pulte will remain in their position.
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