President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC head, to be Director of National Intelligence after his initial nominee, Bill Pulte, was met with significant opposition. This follows the collapse of congressional negotiations for an extension of FISA 702, a vital surveillance tool that is set to expire on Friday, and leaves the program's future uncertain. Despite Clayton’s nomination, efforts to renew the program remain stalled as Congress prepares for recess until June 22nd.
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