Politics

Trump’s CIA pick enters the fray

Written by Teunis Felter
Donald Trump’s pick to head the CIA is expected to face fierce questions about the president-elect’s outspoken criticism of intelligence officials at his confirmation hearing on Thursday. Rep. Mike Pompeo’s (R-Kansas) testimony will come under the shadow of a supercharged feud between Trump and the intelligence community, which has concluded that Moscow sought to influence the presidential election in his favor. Every answer and question will be watched closely by Team Trump, and also by the CIA.

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Teunis Felter

Teunis Felter has over 20 years experience as an author, editor, and scientist. When not exploring outside, he enjoys reading history, researching genealogy, and civilly discussing politics.