U.S. President Donald Trump announced his nomination of Jay Clayton as the permanent head of the country's National Intelligence Directorate.
Clayton currently serves as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. He previously led the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Trump's choice follows the appointment of Bill Pulte as the interim national intelligence director, who took over after Tulsi Gabbard stepped down.
The National Intelligence Directorate holds a central role in the U.S. security and intelligence framework. Clayton's permanent nomination has brought renewed focus to the transition process in this key position.