Intelligence agencies, already anxious over Trump, find some solace in Ratcliffe pick for CIA

President Trump's pick to lead the CIA, John Ratcliffe, is a former U.S. attorney and Republican congressman from Texas.

Ratcliffe is a staunch supporter of Trump and has been a vocal critic of the intelligence community. He has accused the intelligence community of being biased against Trump and of leaking information to the media. Some intelligence officials are concerned that Ratcliffe will politicize the CIA and use it to target Trump's enemies.

However, other intelligence officials believe that Ratcliffe is a qualified and experienced leader who will be able to restore morale to the CIA.

They point to his record as a prosecutor and his work on the House Intelligence Committee. Ratcliffe has also said that he will not allow the CIA to be used for political purposes.

It is too early to say how Ratcliffe will perform as CIA director.

However, his selection is a sign that Trump is looking for a more loyal and supportive leader for the intelligence community. It is also a sign that the intelligence community is facing a difficult period.