Trump Appoints John Ratcliffe as CIA Director
President-elect Donald Trump announces John Ratcliffe's appointment as CIA director, highlighting his intelligence experience and political loyalty.
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Updated: Nov 12th, 2024, 9:21 PM ET
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President-elect Trump has appointed John Ratcliffe, former Director of National Intelligence, as CIA director. Ratcliffe previously defended Trump during his impeachment and has faced scrutiny over his qualifications and partisan approach to intelligence. His tenure included controversial decisions regarding foreign election interference claims and his views on China's activities. Trump expects Ratcliffe to ensure national security while maintaining political impartiality in his new role at the CIA.
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