The Atlantic published a Signal chat revealing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared precise timelines of a Yemen airstrike, including launch times and bomb detonation, before U.S. personnel were airborne. This disclosure prompted an investigation request from senators concerned about the use of an unapproved app for classified information, despite White House claims no classified data was shared. The chat notably excluded the acting chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, raising questions about protocol and operational security. Hegseth maintains he only provided a “general update,” while critics argue his actions jeopardized U.S. forces.
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The Atlantic published screenshots of war plans shared via Signal by President Trump’s national security team, contradicting officials’ denials. This followed an earlier report where the magazine’s journalist was inadvertently added to the group chat. While initially withholding details due to national security concerns, the magazine released the information after officials claimed no classified information was shared and the operation had already concluded. The publication of these plans sparked outrage and calls for investigations into the officials’ actions and potential compromise of national security. Congressional probes have been launched to examine this security breach.
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Trump officials all but dare the Atlantic to release the text messages from a Signal group chat concerning a Houthi strike, creating a high-stakes game of chicken with potentially serious legal ramifications. The officials’ challenge hinges on their repeated assertions that the messages contained no classified information, a claim met with considerable skepticism.
This seemingly brazen challenge is a risky gamble. If the texts are indeed devoid of classified material, releasing them would expose the administration’s actions and potentially damage their credibility. However, the very act of daring the Atlantic to publish suggests a belief that the texts might contain sensitive information, information they are unwilling to have exposed to public scrutiny.… Continue reading
Newly released Signal messages from a private group chat involving senior Trump administration officials reveal highly sensitive details about planned strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, including specific timings and real-time updates on the attacks’ success. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz shared this information, directly contradicting their claims that no classified material was exchanged. This breach raises serious concerns about the handling of sensitive information within the Trump administration and the potential catastrophic consequences had this information fallen into enemy hands. The incident has sparked calls for resignations and promises further congressional inquiry.
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