Trump's nominee for CISA director asks to withdraw nomination

Friends, I want to share an update from cybersecurity: Sean Planki, twice nominated for CISA director, has asked to withdraw his nomination. He cited delays in the Senate confirmation — media report that Senator Rick Scott is blocking the vote over a Coast Guard contract unrelated to cyberdefense. Acting director Nick Andersen remains in place; previous interim leader Madhu Gottumukkala left in under a year. CISA has already endured resignations, staff cuts and an administration request to cut its budget by roughly $700 million. Why it matters: the absence of permanent leadership weakens readiness to repel cyberattacks. What should be done to stabilize? #cybersecurity #CISA #nationalsecurity