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Senate panel advances Jay Clayton's nomination to lead US intelligence agencies
The Senate Intelligence Committee advanced Jay Clayton's nomination to lead US intelligence agencies along party lines, with Democrats opposing due to his refusal to acknowledge former President Joe Biden's 2020 election victory. The 9-8 vote followed contentious hearings and Democratic criticism of Clayton's performance.
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