Elevate your local knowledge
Sign up for the iNFOnews newsletter today!
Top intelligence nominee pledges to blunt political pressure
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s nominee to be the nation’s top spy chief says he is strong enough to stand up to any political interference from those seeking intelligence to back national security policy decisions.
If confirmed, former GOP Sen. Dan Coats would sit squarely between the nation’s intelligence workers and President Donald Trump, who has disparaged them for past failures and their assessment that the Kremlin interfered in the election in the president’s favour.
The Senate intelligence committee’s investigation into Russian activities, however, did not take centre stage at Tuesday’s confirmation hearing.
While some senators asked Coats to pledge to provide intelligence to the panel so it can investigate, others asked about harsh interrogation techniques, government surveillance and whether he thinks his voice will be heard at the White House.
News from © The Associated Press, . All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Join the Conversation!
Want to share your thoughts, add context, or connect with others in your community?
You must be logged in to post a comment.
