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Maura Burns Named Acting CIA Director Until Ratcliffe Confirmation

Maura Burns appointed as acting CIA director, bringing expertise to lead during transition. Critical role in national security challenges and leadership tr...

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Trump praises Abbott at inauguration, promises to militarize border and build wall

Texas has already militarized the border under Gov. Greg Abbott’s Operation Lone Star.

The Texas Tribune

Senators use confirmation hearings to press views on spy authority - Roll Call

Some Senate Republicans have asked about a powerful spy authority in the confirmation process for picks for key national security roles.

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Biden executive order aims to shore up US cyber defenses

An executive order issued by President Joe Biden just days before he leaves office aims to shore up America's cyber defenses while making it easier to go after foreign countries that launch cyberattacks

The Independent UK

Key takeaways as Trump nominees face US Senate confirmation hearings

Figures like Pam Bondi and John Ratcliffe faced questions over concerns about Trump prosecuting political rivals.

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Sen. Collins Undecided On Supporting Pete Hegseth For Defense Secretary

Senator Susan Collins carefully evaluates Pete Hegseth's nomination for defense secretary, emphasizing thorough review of hearings.

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Ratcliffe Vows To Strengthen CIA Against Global Threats

John Ratcliffe's nomination for CIA director and his stance on global threats and technology.

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Former Texas congressman vows to keep politics out of CIA as director

President-elect Donald Trump has tapped former Republican U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe to lead the CIA.

The Texas Tribune

John Ratcliffe Pledges No Political Litmus Tests At CIA

John Ratcliffe reaffirms commitment to nonpartisanship in CIA personnel decisions during confirmation hearing.

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Senate Intelligence Committee Expresses Concern Over Trump's Attacks

Senator Warner raises concerns about CIA morale in response to Trump's comments during Ratcliffe's confirmation hearing.

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John Ratcliffe Pledges To Uphold CIA's Core Mission

John Ratcliffe's confirmation hearing as CIA director nominee highlights his commitment to agency's mission and professionalism.

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CIA Nominee Ratcliffe Outlines Plans To Reshape Intelligence Community

John Ratcliffe's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee emphasizes CIA's need to adapt to complex national security threats and enhance intelli...

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Pam Bondi claims justice department ‘targeted’ Trump but says she won’t pursue ‘political’ prosecutions – as it happened

Bondi facing senators as Kristi Noem, Marco Rubio and CIA pick John Ratcliffe also face confirmation hearings

The Guardian - US

John Ratcliffe To Face Senate For CIA Director Confirmation Hearing

Former DNI John Ratcliffe's nomination as CIA director sparks concerns over politicization of intelligence community.

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Trump Considering Amaryllis Fox Kennedy For CIA Deputy Director Role

Amaryllis Fox Kennedy, daughter-in-law of RFK Jr., may become CIA deputy director under Trump. Facing opposition but aims to restore CIA's effectiveness.

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Trump can make the CIA and FBI serve him

Intelligence veterans say Trump can quickly move to reshape agencies and launch surveillance of his opponents

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John Ratcliffe Makes First Visit To CIA Headquarters

John Ratcliffe, CIA nominee, visits headquarters for meetings and security briefing with Director Burns.

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Beijing's Fears After Trump Fills Key Posts With China Hawks

Donald Trump's cabinet of China hawks have likened the nation's communist rulers to Nazis, levelled Covid conspiracies at them, declared a Cold War, and flagged much greater military support for Taiwan.

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US Intelligence Community Expresses Concern Over Potential Trump Administration

US intelligence community divided on John Ratcliffe as potential CIA Director under second Trump administration.

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John Ratcliffe: 5 Key Facts About Trump's CIA Pick

Learn about John Ratcliffe, the new CIA director appointed by President-elect Donald Trump, known for his intelligence experience and focus on national sec...

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Trump Announces Key Appointments For Second Administration

President-elect Trump's second administration key appointments include Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense and Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security.

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Trump picks Huckabee as Israel envoy and Fox News host as defense secretary

Pete Hegseth tapped for key role and Kristi Noem for homeland security amid flurry of nominations

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Trump signals hard line on China with hawkish cabinet picks

US president-elect’s picks for top roles in incoming administration lean heavily on China hawks.

Salon

Trump taps Ratcliffe to lead CIA

"He will be a fearless fighter for the Constitutional Rights of all Americans," Trump said of Ratcliffe

The Texas Tribune

Trump taps former Texas congressman John Ratcliffe to lead CIA

Ratcliffe represented Texas’ 4th Congressional District until Trump picked him to serve as director of national intelligence in 2020.

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