Top U.S. Official Admits Error in Secret Yemen Strike Chat
U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz publicly claimed responsibility for a security breach that accidentally added a journalist to a confidential group chat discussing military strikes in Yemen. In a Fox News interview, Waltz acknowledged creating the chat but denied knowing Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg, who was erroneously included.
Trump Dismisses Security Concerns
President Donald Trump downplayed the incident, calling it a "glitch" with "no operational impact." He defended Waltz, stating no classified information was leaked, while criticizing Goldberg as a "sleazebag." Trump attributed the error to a staffer who allegedly stored Goldberg's contact details.
Senate Scrutiny and Calls for Resignation
During a tense Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, officials including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard maintained that no classified material was shared. However, lawmakers highlighted reports of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussing strike details like targets and weapon systems. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin demanded Hegseth's resignation, citing "incompetence."
Signal App Under Review
The incident has sparked congressional scrutiny over the use of encrypted messaging platforms like Signal for sensitive discussions. Senate leaders announced plans to audit the chat logs, while House Democrats vowed to address the breach during upcoming national security hearings.
