‘Won’t get into specifics’: Jay Clayton denies reacting to Trump admin’s subpoenas to NYT journos

A tense Senate confirmation hearing erupted as Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand pressed DNI nominee Jay Clayton over the Trump administration's subpoenas targeting New York Times reporters. Clayton repeatedly declined to discuss the matter, saying he "won't get into specifics," as lawmakers questioned the urgency and implications for press freedom. The subpoenas, issued by Clayton in his role as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, sought testimony from New York Times journalists over reporting on security concerns involving the new Air Force One, drawing criticism from press freedom advocates. Watch the full exchange as Gillibrand challenges Clayton on the subpoenas, media protections, DOJ policy, and his nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community.