Brennan Hearing Halted By Protestors

CIA Director nominee John Brennan, flanked by security, arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, to testify at his confirmation hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Confirmation hearing of CIA nominee John Brennan paused after repeated interruptions by protestors.

Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Dianne Feinstein has put the proceedings on hold while she clears the hearing room.

The interruption came during Brennan’s opening statement.

Late Update: The hearing has resumed after a short delay.