Donald Trump intends to nominate Jay Clayton, a former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, as the next Director of National Intelligence. This move follows recent criticism regarding Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of the intelligence agency. Clayton’s nomination arrives as the intelligence community faces ongoing scrutiny and potential instability. He lacks traditional intelligence experience, a factor likely to draw further debate during the confirmation process. The Director of National Intelligence oversees the nation’s 17 intelligence agencies and serves as the principal intelligence advisor to the President. The nomination signals Trump’s continued desire to install loyalists in key national security positions. Confirmation by the Senate is required before Clayton can assume the role.