Top Trump Officials Accidentally Share Yemen War Plans With Journalist
A major security blunder within the Trump administration has sparked outrage after it was revealed that top officials mistakenly included a journalist in a private Signal group chat discussing U.S. military plans against Yemen’s Houthis. The chat, which included figures like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Vice President JD Vance, and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, reportedly contained sensitive details about upcoming strikes. The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg, who was unexpectedly added to the group, later published a report calling the incident "shockingly reckless."
The White House has confirmed the authenticity of the messages but has downplayed any national security risks, insisting the operation remained successful. However, Democratic lawmakers have blasted the administration, calling the use of an unsecure messaging app to discuss classified war plans "blatantly illegal" and demanding an investigation. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton reacted with disbelief, and Senator Chuck Schumer described the breach as "one of the most stunning failures of military intelligence in years."
Amid growing backlash, internal discussions within the White House have raised questions about Waltz’s future, with some officials suggesting he should resign to contain the fallout. While President Trump initially claimed he was unaware of the situation, reports indicate he is closely monitoring the coverage before making any decisions. Despite the controversy, the administration continues to defend its national security team, insisting that the operation’s success proves there was no real threat to U.S. military personnel.
