India, June 12 -- Jay Clayton is an American attorney who has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence (DNI) and a member of the Cabinet. He currently serves as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), a position he has held since April 2025. Here's everything you need to know about Jay Clayton, his life, career, academics, and more.

Who is Jay Clayton?

Jay Clayton is 59 years old and an American attorney who has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence (DNI) and a member of the Cabinet.

He currently serves as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), a position he has held since Apr...