Trump pauses spy chief confirmation in Congress
The US Senate Intelligence Committee chair said Jay Clayton's hearing is "unfortunately postponed".
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"It's regrettable that the president has directed Jay Clayton not to appear at his confirmation hearing today."
— Tom Cotton , Politician
"National security cannot be governed by social media post."
— Mark Warner , Politician
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Former Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Current US Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
Republican Senator from South Dakota.
Democratic Senator from Virginia.
Tom Cotton is a Republican senator from Arkansas.
Outgoing Director of National Intelligence.
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