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On the recordJuly 22, 2026
I’m pleased that the Senate Intelligence Committee voted to advance his nomination to be Director of National Intelligence.
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Tom Cotton
Republican · Arkansas
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Statement on Clayton's nomination to Director of National Intelligence.

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