AI OverviewJay Clayton is the current United States Director of National Intelligence, having been sworn into office on August 3, 2026. [1] (https://www.odni.gov/leadership/)Role and BackgroundPosition: Head of the U.S. Intelligence Community and principal intelligence adviser to the president. [1] (https://www.odni.gov/leadership/)Appointment: Nominated by President Donald Trump and confirmed by the Senate in July 2026. [1] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Director_of_National_Intelligence)Previous Experience: Served as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). [1] (https://www.odni.gov/14064/pr-12-26/)Predecessor: Succeeded acting director Bill Pulte, who briefly filled the role following the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard. You can review official updates and organizational details at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. [1] (https://www.wtvm.com/2026/07/29/senate-confirms-jay-clayton-new-dni/), [2] (https://www.odni.gov/leadership/)If you'd like, I can provide:A full list of previous Directors of National IntelligenceMore details on the confirmation process for the role