Former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Walter "Jay" Clayton was set to face senators at what was expected to be a tense confirmation hearing to become director of national intelligence Wednesday. But President Donald Trump abruptly halted the proceedings, declaring in an early morning Truth Social post that Clayton's confirmation hearing would not move forward Wednesday. While Trump commands a great deal of authority, he can't cancel a hearing on the Hill on his own. The president can "withdraw" a nominee, or neglect to send the paperwork to Capitol Hill lawmakers if there's...
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