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Trump’s pick for intelligence head emphasizes security experience as Democrats press on elections
President Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton, emphasized his national security experience during Senate testimony, while Democrats questioned him about election interference and the 2020 election certification. Clayton avoided confirming Joe Biden won the 2020 election but acknowledged it was certified, as bipartisan support for his nomination remains uncertain.
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