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The Senate has rescheduled Jay Clayton’s confirmation hearing, which was previously derailed by Trump, to a date about a month later.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a July 15 confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton's nomination as director of national intelligence, aiming to replace Bill Pulte and advance the reauthorization of a lapsed spy authority. President Trump delayed the process until James McDonald's nomination for U.S. attorney was approved, and Republicans seek confirmation before an August recess to resolve a stalemate over extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

President Trump trained elected Republicans to obey him despite disagreements, leading to a crisis as Washington nears the end of the GOP's two-year monopoly. Trump's actions include canceling a bipartisan housing bill, demanding the SAVE America Act, and disrupting FISA surveillance renewals, while Republican lawmakers face challenges balancing Trump's demands with Senate rules and political consequences.

President Trump canceled plans to sign a bipartisan housing bill hours before the event, demanding Congress pass his voter ID law first. The move heightened tensions with Senate Republicans, who face challenges in advancing shared legislative goals amid Trump's unpredictable actions.

A former Bronx transit cop was sentenced to 7.5 years in prison for transporting cocaine and accepting bribes while on duty. Andrew Nguyen used his NYPD identification to evade accountability and was caught in a 2023 sting operation. He was fired from the department in 2023.

Legislation to revive warrantless spying powers under FISA remains uncertain after President Trump delayed a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing for Jay Clayton, his nominee for director of national intelligence. The delay has stalled negotiations related to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) asked President Trump to proceed with Jay Clayton's nomination as Director of National Intelligence after Trump delayed it. Graham made the request during an interview on CBS News's 'Face the Nation'.

Congress returns to Washington as Section 702 of FISA expires amid political disputes over the Acting Director of National Intelligence. President Trump will headline the opening of the Great American State Fair, part of the Freedom 250 event celebrating America’s 250th birthday.

Congress returns to Washington amid uncertainty over the expiration of Section 702 of FISA, which Democrats blocked from extension due to opposition to Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence. President Trump will attend the opening of the Great American State Fair as part of the Freedom 250 celebration.

Congress returns to Washington amid uncertainty over the expired Section 702 of FISA, which Democrats blocked from extension due to opposition to Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence. President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton for permanent DNI, but the hearing was canceled. The Great American State Fair, part of Trump's Freedom 250 initiative, begins on the National Mall with Trump headlining a rally.

President Trump canceled the Senate confirmation hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, linking it to the approval of Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney. Senate lawmakers were uncertain about the President's authority to cancel the hearing, with some confirming it would proceed despite his statement.

President Trump canceled a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, stating it would not proceed until Jamie McDonald's U.S. Attorney nomination is confirmed. Lawmakers and aides were uncertain about the hearing's status, with some questioning Trump's authority to cancel it. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton later confirmed the hearing would proceed.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released documents highlighting Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in the government's COVID-19 origins review before leaving office. Bill Pulte, facing bipartisan criticism for his lack of intelligence experience, is set to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) as Trump's nominee, Jay Clayton, faces delays due to stalled voter identification legislation.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard highlighted Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in discussions about the government's COVID-19 origins review before leaving office amid a dispute over her successor. Bill Pulte, criticized for lacking intelligence experience, is set to temporarily lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), while Trump's nominee, Jay Clayton, faces stalled confirmation due to delayed voter identification legislation.

President Trump canceled a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton via Truth Social, linking its resumption to the confirmation of Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney. Senate lawmakers and aides were uncertain about the hearing's status, with some questioning Trump's authority to cancel it, while Committee Chairman Tom Cotton eventually confirmed the hearing would proceed despite Trump's statement.

President Trump canceled the Senate hearing for his DNI nominee Jay Clayton until U.S. Attorney nominee Jamie McDonald is confirmed. Senate lawmakers and aides were uncertain about Trump's authority to cancel the hearing, with some stating it was unclear if the hearing would proceed. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton later confirmed the hearing would go ahead despite Trump's statement.

President Donald Trump delayed the confirmation of Jay Clayton as national intelligence director and refused to renew a key surveillance law unless Republicans agreed to new terms, straining relations with Senate Republicans. Senators criticized Trump's Iran war deal and his focus on a citizenship verification bill with little chance of passing, complicating Senate business and putting pressure on Senate Majority Leader John Thune.

Bill Pulte, the Federal Housing Finance Agency director, became the acting director of national intelligence after a conflict between Donald Trump and lawmakers over the role. Tulsi Gabbard, the outgoing director, left her position earlier than planned, and Trump canceled a Senate confirmation hearing for his nominee, Jay Clayton.

President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans face growing tensions as Trump delays a nomination, refuses to renew a surveillance law without new terms, and pressures Congress on voting legislation, straining relations and hindering Senate operations ahead of midterms. Republican senators criticize Trump's Iran deal and voting bill, with some openly dissenting for the first time.

Bill Pulte assumes the role of acting Director of National Intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard, amid bipartisan concerns over his qualifications and a stalled nomination process for Jay Clayton. Critics argue Pulte lacks required national security experience, and his potential efforts to reduce the intelligence community's size could face legal challenges.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed uncertainty about Jay Clayton’s nomination as director of national intelligence, stating its fate depends on President Donald Trump. Thune noted frustration over Trump’s actions disrupting Republican legislative efforts and mentioned a potential peace agreement with Iran involving a reconstruction fund.

President Donald Trump's recent actions, including a Truth Social post disrupting GOP plans to confirm Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence and revive a surveillance bill, have strained relations with Senate Republicans. Senators expressed frustration over Trump's uncoordinated decisions and demands, such as pushing to eliminate the filibuster and pass the SAVE America Act, which complicate legislative efforts ahead of midterms.

President Trump continues to push for the passage of the SAVE America Act despite Senate Republicans indicating it is unlikely to pass. His insistence has led to delays in renewing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and stalled the confirmation of Jay Clayton to the intelligence director role, with Bill Pulte instead set to temporarily lead the agency.

President Donald Trump disrupted Senate Democrats' negotiations over renewing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act by demanding an unrelated voter suppression bill be attached. The move caused Senate Democrats to reveal divisions over FISA reforms, with privacy advocates seeking warrant requirements and centrists favoring minimal changes. Trump's ultimatum also scrapped a confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence.

President Donald Trump delayed the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton's nomination as director of national intelligence, leading to its postponement. The Senate Intelligence Committee chair Tom Cotton expressed regret, while Democrats criticized the move as undermining national security. Concerns were raised about the impact on the renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and the delay in confirming a replacement for Acting Intel Director Bill Pulte.

President Donald Trump urged the Senate to delay the confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, leading to its postponement. Trump cited concerns about a broken deal with Democrats and Clayton’s role as U.S. attorney, while senators criticized the move for disrupting national security processes and delaying FISA law renewal.

President Donald Trump directed the postponement of Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence, citing concerns about a broken deal with Democrats and Clayton's ongoing role as U.S. attorney. Senate Democrats criticized the move as undermining national security, while Republicans expressed concerns about delays in passing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

President Trump's recent actions, including a disruptive Truth Social post and controversial appointments, are causing friction with Senate Republicans, leading to public frustrations among lawmakers as legislative efforts are derailed.

The Senate delayed a confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton after Republican Sen. Tom Cotton stated President Trump directed Clayton not to appear. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reported on the development.

President Trump's actions, including late-night changes to Senate plans and demands on intelligence and judicial appointments, have created chaos for Senate Majority Leader John Thune, complicating bipartisan efforts on surveillance and housing legislation. Tensions escalate as Trump's demands strain Republican unity and delay critical votes.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, disrupting Senate efforts to renew a surveillance program and causing tension with Republicans. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton criticized the delay but later postponed the hearing. Trump's move increases the likelihood of Bill Pulte, a controversial temporary appointee, assuming the role.

President Donald Trump canceled a Senate hearing for his nominee to lead the Office of Director of National Intelligence (DNI), Jay Clayton, due to a dispute over the Senate blue slip tradition. Trump aims to delay Clayton's confirmation until Jamie McDonald, his nominee for U.S. Attorney in New York, is approved, but Democratic senators from New York are blocking McDonald's confirmation using the blue slip.

President Donald Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton for director of national intelligence hours before a scheduled Senate hearing, despite bipartisan support. The move disrupted efforts to renew the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and intensified tensions with Senate Republicans, who had planned to proceed with the confirmation. Trump's decision may lead to Bill Pulte, a controversial interim appointee, assuming the role as outgoing director Tulsi Gabbard leaves office.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton to lead the U.S. intelligence community to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. The postponement of Clayton's confirmation hearing, directed by Trump, caused uncertainty over the intelligence community's leadership and a surveillance program. Senator Tom Cotton, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, expressed regret over the delay but pledged to proceed with the confirmation soon.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence despite President Trump's demand to delay the process. Trump linked the approval of Clayton and another nominee, Jamie McDonald, to the passage of a voting bill and the renewal of a surveillance tool. Senator Tom Cotton stated the hearing will proceed unless Trump withdraws the nomination or orders Clayton not to appear.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton to lead the U.S. intelligence community to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton pledged to proceed with a confirmation hearing despite Trump's move, which has stalled the renewal of a key surveillance program under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The dispute involves bipartisan criticism of Trump's prior selection of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.

President Trump delayed Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead U.S. intelligence to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. Senate intelligence committee chairman Tom Cotton pledged to proceed with a confirmation hearing unless Trump withdraws the nomination. The delay complicates the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, a surveillance program critical for intelligence gathering.

Trump is seeking to delay a hearing for Jay Clayton's confirmation as a National Intelligence pick to pressure Congress regarding an elections bill. Senate leaders had hoped for a quick confirmation of Clayton.

US President Donald Trump suspended a Senate hearing on Jay Clayton’s nomination for intelligence chief to ensure Clayton’s current prosecutor role would be filled by a chosen replacement. Clayton, who led the Securities and Exchange Commission during Trump’s first term, is being nominated as director of national intelligence.

President delays confirmation hearing of former SEC head Jay Clayton as US intelligence chief. President blames Democrats for blocking intelligence legislation over appointment of Bill Pulte in acting role.