Trump Nominates Former U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton as Intelligence Director

President Donald Trump announced on social media that he plans to nominate Jay Clayton, a former U.S. attorney, to serve as director of national intelligence.

The announcement comes as Congress pressed Trump to name a permanent replacement for Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned from the position last month.

Clayton previously served as U.S. attorney but no additional details about his background or experience in intelligence matters were provided in Trump's announcement.

The intelligence director role requires Senate confirmation and oversees the 18 agencies and organizations that make up the U.S. intelligence community. The position has remained vacant since Gabbard's departure.

Trump used his social media account to make the announcement rather than holding a formal press conference or statement.