Hegseth Used Unsecured Line for Signal, Raising National Security Concerns
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used a “dirty” internet line in his Pentagon office to access the Signal messaging app on a personal computer, bypassing security protocols. This unsecured connection, while used in other Pentagon offices for specific purposes, exposed Hegseth to potential hacking and surveillance, raising concerns about the potential compromise of sensitive defense information. Hegseth’s actions are under investigation by the Defense Department’s inspector general following revelations he shared details of a military airstrike via Signal in multiple group chats. Despite the Pentagon offering secure communication channels, Hegseth’s use of Signal and the unsecured line has generated significant controversy.
John Q. Hosedrinker