John Ratcliffe Testifies on CIA Nomination, Pledges Focus on China and Objectivity

The former Director of National Intelligence vows to depoliticize the CIA and prioritize countering China's global influence.

John Ratcliffe, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for CIA Director, testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee, emphasizing the need for an apolitical agency focused on national security.
Ratcliffe identified China as the top national security threat, pledging to expand the CIA's focus on Beijing's economic, military, and technological ambitions.
He promised to address concerns about political biases within the CIA and ensure that intelligence assessments remain objective and free from political influence.
Ratcliffe outlined plans to modernize the CIA by integrating advanced technologies like AI and quantum computing while strengthening human intelligence capabilities.
The Senate Intelligence Committee is expected to vote on his confirmation soon, with bipartisan support suggesting a likely approval.