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Ratcliffe Nominated to Lead CIA
Trump nominates John Ratcliffe, a former Director of National Intelligence and Project 2025 contributor, to lead the CIA.
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John RatcliffeDonald TrumpGeorge W. Bush
- Why was Ratcliffe's first nomination to lead the CIA withdrawn?
- Ratcliffe's previous nomination to lead the CIA in 2019 was withdrawn due to bipartisan concerns about his qualifications and past claims. He was successfully confirmed a year later.
- Who is John Ratcliffe and what position has Trump appointed him to?
- John Ratcliffe, a former Director of National Intelligence and Trump loyalist, has been selected by Trump to lead the CIA. His nomination requires Senate confirmation.
- What is Ratcliffe's background and experience before his appointment?
- Ratcliffe's past includes serving as a three-term Republican congressman and being part of Trump's defense team during impeachment proceedings. He also worked as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas.
- What happened regarding Ratcliffe's testimony before a grand jury in 2023?
- In 2023, Trump's defense team attempted to prevent Ratcliffe's testimony before a grand jury investigating election interference; however, Ratcliffe ultimately testified.
- What were Ratcliffe's priorities as Director of National Intelligence, and what is his connection to Project 2025?
- As DNI, Ratcliffe focused on China, viewing it as a major threat to the U.S. He's also listed as a 'contributor' to Project 2025, a blueprint for a second Trump term.