Slotkin Discusses 3 Intelligence Fights Over DNI Pick, Spy Powers and Election Integrity
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Updated · NPR · Jun 18
Slotkin Discusses 3 Intelligence Fights Over DNI Pick, Spy Powers and Election Integrity
3 articles · Updated · NPR · Jun 18
Summary
Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin said the fight over confirming a new national intelligence director is unfolding alongside debates on renewing surveillance authorities and protecting election integrity.
NPR's interview centered on three linked national-security issues: the confirmation hearing for the intelligence chief, the future of U.S. spy tools, and safeguards around elections.
Slotkin, a Democrat, framed the disputes as part of a broader clash over how the U.S. oversees intelligence powers while maintaining trust in election systems.