Senate confirms John Ratcliffe as next director of national intelligence

By Susan Ferrechio

Published May 21, 2020 4:44pm ET

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The Senate Thursday confirmed Rep. John Ratcliffe to serve as President Trump’s director of national intelligence.

The party-line vote of 49-44 clears the way for the Texas Republican to replace acting Director of National Intelligence Richard Grenell.

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