Blair resignation as director of national intelligence effective May 28 . Dennis Blair 's was n't expected to resign for another month , senior intelligence officials say . President asked CIA chief and national security adviser to go on Panetta trip , not Blair . `` It 's clear in this case between Adm. Blair and President Obama there was a mismatch and misunderstanding of expectations and responsibilities . CIA national security contributor : No `` real chemistry '' between Blair , President Dennis Blair 's .
Blair resignation as director of national intelligence effective May 28 . Dennis Blair 's was n't expected to resign for another month , senior intelligence officials say . President asked CIA chief and national security adviser to go on Panetta trip , not Blair . CIA national security contributor : No `` real chemistry '' between Blair , President Dennis Blair 's .