Trump taps Rep. John Ratcliffe to replace Dan Coats as Director of National Intelligence
Published time: 28 Jul, 2019 20:54 Edited time: 28 Jul, 2019 21:06
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US President Donald Trump has nominated Congressman John Ratcliffe (Tx-R) for the position of the Director of National Intelligence, confirming that the incumbent DNI chief, Dan Coats, is set to leave the office in two weeks.
I am pleased to announce that highly respected Congressman John Ratcliffe of Texas will be nominated by me to be the Director of National Intelligence. A former U.S. Attorney, John will lead and inspire greatness for the Country he loves. Dan Coats, the current Director, will….
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 28, 2019
Trump thanked the outgoing Director Coats for his service, promising to name the acting chief of the DNI “shortly.” Trump’s announce has confirmed earlier reports by the US media that the departure of Coats was imminent. The official has reportedly told Trump last week that he was looking to step down “soon.”
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