Known for his staunch commitment to transparency and truth, Ratcliffe previously served as Director of National Intelligence (DNI) under Trump, where he earned a reputation as a relentless advocate for American constitutional rights.

"I am pleased to announce that former Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe will serve as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)," Trump said in a statement.

"From exposing fake Russian collusion to be a Clinton campaign operation, to catching the FBI's abuse of Civil Liberties at the FISA Court, John Ratcliffe has always been a warrior for Truth and Honesty with the American Public. When 51 intelligence officials were lying about Hunter Biden's laptop, there was one, John Ratcliffe, telling the truth to the American People."

This appointment reflects Trump's continued commitment to shaking up entrenched Washington establishments. Ratcliffe's record speaks for itself: a former Congressman and Cybersecurity Chairman on the House Homeland Security Committee, Ratcliffe has been an unwavering advocate for U.S. national security and has tirelessly worked to keep the intelligence apparatus accountable.

"For these and many other reasons, it was my great honor in 2020 to award John the National Security Medal, the Nation's highest honor for distinguished achievement in the field of Intelligence and National Security," Trump said.

"I look forward to John being the first person ever to serve in both of our Nation's highest Intelligence positions. He will be a fearless fighter for the Constitutional Rights of all Americans, while ensuring the Highest Levels of National Security, and PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH," he added.