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Senator Wyden Blocks Rudd's NSA Nomination Over Qualifications

2/28/2026

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Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) announced he would block U.S. President Donald Trump’s nomination of Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd to lead the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command.
Wyden criticized Rudd's qualifications.
He expressed concern over Rudd's vague responses about judicial warrants during the confirmation hearing.
Rudd, deputy chief at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, argued his military background prepares him for the role.
Wyden's opposition could block Rudd's nomination.

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Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) announced he would block U.S. President Donald Trump’s nomination of Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd to lead the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command.
Wyden criticized Rudd's qualifications.
He expressed concern over Rudd's vague responses about judicial warrants during the confirmation hearing.
Rudd, deputy chief at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, argued his military background prepares him for the role.
Wyden's opposition could block Rudd's nomination.