Senate Intelligence Cmte today unanimously approved President Biden's CIA Director nominee William Burns, favorably reporting out his nomination to the full Senate by voice vote.
Senate Intel Chair Warner: "I’m pleased to report that the Senate Intelligence Committee voted today to report out the nomination of Ambassador William Burns for CIA Director."
Warner (D-VA): "The overwhelmingly bipartisan vote in Ambassador Burns’ favor is a testament to the nominee’s unquestioned qualifications for the role, long experience in matters of national security, and laudable commitment to public service."
Warner (D-VA): "With our country facing so many challenges all around the globe, the men and women of the CIA deserve a Senate-confirmed director in place as soon as possible, and it is my hope that the Senate will move to confirm Ambassador Burns without any unnecessary delay."

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