I think he’s a really good pick. He’s obviously very capable and competent and [has] a great record. So, my assumption is, and I would certainly hope that Democrats who are being objective about it are going to come to the same conclusion.
Thune on Jay Clayton's nomination for DNI.
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There's clearly an interest among certain members of our conference for a higher level of military and defense.
And I think at some point it becomes a decision of what can you get the votes to do.
Unfortunately, I think after two government shutdowns that have extended for a long period of time, it’s better for everybody if there’s predictability, certainty, and just to take that issue off the table.
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