Iran Press/ America: On Monday, Joe Biden announced the nomination of William Burns, a former US diplomat, to be the new head of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
"President-elect Biden has chosen a credible leader to serve as CIA director," Nancy Pelosi said in a statement on Tuesday.
"Democrats in Congress are looking forward to working with Ambassador Burns on a joint mission to protect the American people from all threats," she said.
Pelosi in her statement said: " President-elect Biden has chosen a trusted leader to serve as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Ambassador William Burns is respected on both sides of the aisle for his integrity, experience and commitment to keeping the American people safe."
Burns was one of the most influential figures in communicating with officials at the time under Barack Obama's administration. 219
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