Trump calls for Intel boss to resign immediately, alleging China ties

President Trump demanded the immediate resignation of the head of the Intel agency on 7 August, citing alleged ties to China

President Trump demanded the immediate resignation of the head of the Intel agency on 7 August, citing alleged ties to China. The president alleged that there was evidence of inappropriate ties to China, which the agency chief denied, and that the American people had the right to have confidence in the intelligence agency. The incident follows growing concerns over espionage and foreign interference in US federal agencies.

What's next?

The resignation of the Intel chief, if accepted, would herald a new leadership for the agency, which has come under intense scrutiny in recent months. President Trump is expected to make further comments on the issue in the coming days.