Trump Appoints John Ratcliffe as CIA Director Amid Intelligence Overhaul

The U.S. intelligence community is wary of a potential second Trump administration due to past tensions, but finds some relief in Trump's selection of John Ratcliffe as CIA Director. Ratcliffe, seen as a professional choice, is preferred over other potential candidates like Kash Patel, who is viewed with skepticism. Concerns persist about Trump's approach to intelligence, including his handling of classified information and potential job losses under his proposed "Schedule F" plan. The community remains divided, with some officials supporting Trump, while others fear the politicization of intelligence and its impact on national security.