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Senate committee advances nomination of Trump intelligence pick Jay Clayton

Committee voted 9-8 to advance Clayton’s nomination to serve as intelligence chief despite Democratic opposition

The Guardian - US

The trouble with Trump’s latest nominees lies in one word: integrity

As Todd Blanche, Erica Schwartz and Jay Clayton face the Senate, a fundamental disconnect becomes clear

The Guardian - US

Wrapup: Congress’ July sprint off to a stumbling start

Republican leaders laid the groundwork for a final dash to pass partisan legislative priorities before August recess. But if this week was any indication, it won’t be an easy run. First, Washington was struck by the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on July 11. Moving quickly, South Carolina…

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Photos of the week | July 10-16, 2026

Congress returned from the July Fourth recess this week to the news of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death. Highlights of the week included confirmation hearings for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and DNI nominee Jay Clayton, national hot dog day and the start of a new reconciliation process in the House…

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Congress Democrats were on a warpath, and neither Jay Clayton’s ‘job interview’ nor Todd Blanche’s ‘performance evaluation’ impressed

“Isn’t it humiliating to be unable to answer this question?"

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Trump’s DNI pick Jay Clayton refuses to answer when asked who won the 2020 election

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The Independent UK

‘I won’t be lectured by a child’: Columnist tees off on NY Post reporter in heated CNN exchange over Clayton

Charles Blow, 55, delivered the insult during a dustup with New York Post financial correspondent Lydia Moynihan, 31

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Trump DNI Nominee Jay Clayton Refuses to Say Biden Won 2020 Election in Heated Senate Hearing

Jay Clayton, Trump's DNI nominee, faced intense questioning in a Senate hearing for not explicitly acknowledging Biden's 2020 election win.

International Business Times UK

Trump’s DNI pick refuses to answer then sits silently when asked who won the 2020 election

Donald Trump’s pick for the Director of National Intelligence remained silent when he was asked who won the 2020 election.

The Independent UK

Democratic senator says Trump speech likely to be more ‘election denialism’ from ‘world’s most famous sore loser’ – as it happened

We’re now closing this blog. Please join us on our new live blog covering Donald Trump’s speech to the nation tonight.

The Guardian - US

Where has all the FISA fire gone?

Congress let a key spy power lapse over a month ago. In the few legislative days left ahead of August recess, lawmakers don’t appear to be in any rush to change that. Discussions in the House have stalled as they wait for the Senate to move — even though Speaker…

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Clayton defends subpoenas of journalists in tense confirmation hearing

As Jay Clayton took his seat before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday, the scene was starkly different from 28 days ago. Back in June, just hours before Clayton’s confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence was about to start, President Donald Trump abruptly ordered his nominee not to appear.…

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Trump intelligence pick Jay Clayton refuses to say Biden won 2020 election

Clayton, if confirmed, would replace Bill Pulte, and is facing senators for confirmation as the US’s top spy

The Guardian - US

The New York Times just reported on security concerns over the new Qatari Air Force One. They have now been ordered to appear before a grand jury

When the public’s right to know is crushed, we all suffer.

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The Guardian - US

Republicans return to Capitol Hill with agenda complicated by Graham death

Lawmakers face obstacles, including demands from Trump, Mitch McConnell’s absence and senator’s sudden death

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This week: Graham’s death, McConnell’s recovery add to drama

Independence Day recess ended Sunday with two explosive developments within the Senate GOP: the death of Budget Chairman Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who died Saturday night, and a much-awaited health update from former Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. The latter issued a statement Sunday evening confirming that, contrary to rumors…

The Economic Times

Trump's Qatari-Air Force One report triggers grand jury summons for NYT journalists

The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Times journalists for reporting on security concerns. These subpoenas were issued for journalists to testify before a federal grand jury. The news organization described this move as an extraordinary escalation against independent news organizations. A Justice Department spokesperson stated they are not targeting…

The Economic Times

Donald Trump's meddling with top spy agency threatens America's survival

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence faces scrutiny amid political appointments and turmoil. President Trump's selections have raised concerns about expertise and politicization of intelligence powers. Previous Directors highlight the ODNI's creation after intelligence failures and its role in information sharing. Debates continue regarding the ODNI's size and…

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International Business Times UK

Jamaican Man Pleads Guilty in $9M Sweepstakes Scam That Targeted Elderly Americans

A Jamaican national has pleaded guilty to helping lead an international fraud ring that stole more than $9 million from over 200 elderly victims across the United States through a sweepstakes scam.

Salon

How Trump's failures become conspiracies

With no evidence behind them, Trump has amplified MAGA media's claims about the Reflecting Pool

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Days into his new job, Pulte raises eyebrows in Senate

With Bill Pulte just days into his job acting director of national intelligence, senators on both sides of the aisle are already expressing concern about his performance. Pulte began Friday, after weeks of criticism over his appointment. On Monday, he reportedly began firing intelligence officials and staff at the DNI en…

The Independent UK

Trump’s acting intelligence director begins purge with wave of firings: report

Bill Pulte, a Trump loyalist, took over from Tulsi Gabbard last week and has vowed to cut hundreds of intelligence jobs

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This week: Lawmakers feel the summer sweat

The solstice this weekend marked the start of astronomical summer — and in Washington, D.C., that means the legislative clock is ticking. Lawmakers are eager to head home and campaign on a housing bill that’s nearing passage, but progress on several other issues has stalled, and it’s unclear whether a…

The Independent UK

Trump’s top Senate ally Lindsey Graham breaks with president on fight over intelligence chief

Trump is losing Lindsey Graham in the fight over Bill Pulte as the president’s relationship with the Senate GOP deteriorates

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Trump sidelines praised Intelligence chief nominee, so now controversial ‘Little Trump’ Bill Pulte is now in charge

Pulte’s sudden promotion has taken everyone by surprise.

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