On June 11, 2026, President Trump appointed Jay Clayton, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). This decision follows a period of instability after the president previously appointed Bill Pulte as the acting director. President Trump stated that Jay Clayton is highly respected within the legal community.
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President Trump Appoints Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence
President Trump has appointed Jay Clayton, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, as the new Director of National Intelligence. This appointment comes after a tumultuous period following the appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director.
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