Senate advances Trump nominee for Director of National Intelligence
US Senate votes 51-43 to advance Jay Clayton's nomination to serve as director of national intelligence, setting up a final vote later this week
Assessment
The Senate's 51-43 vote to advance Jay Clayton's nomination signals a near party-line confirmation ahead. As Director of National Intelligence, Clayton would oversee the U.S. intelligence community. The final vote later this week will determine whether the administration secures this senior role.