Trump and his officials defend Michael Waltz over confidential chat breach
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Donald Trump’s administration is facing growing scrutiny after revelations that a group of top officials used the Signal app to discuss plans for airstrikes in Yemen. Trump defended his National Security Adviser and the White House has tried to downplay the incident. However, lawmakers from both parties have voiced alarm about possible lapses in security. The chat, which accidentally included a journalist, invited by Trump’s national security adviser, Mike Waltz has caused many in Washington to question the handling of sensitive info. Trump spoke to NBC News on Tuesday and defended his national security adviser, Mike Waltz, who was at the center of the Signal chat. The president said, “Michael Waltz has learned a lesson, and he’s a good man.” Trump also described the episode as “the only glitch in two months, and it turned out not to be a serious one.” According to the president, the journalist’s presence in the group chat had “no impact at all” on the operation in Yemen. The chat reportedly included Waltz, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, Vice President JD Vance, and CIA Director John Ratcliffe. Some officials have insisted no classified information was transmitted, but critics argue that planning details for bombing a foreign militia are often considered sensitive or secret. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt posted on X that “No ‘war plans’ were discussed” and “No classified material was sent to the thread.” She added that the White House Counsel’s Office had “provided guidance on a number of different platforms for President Trump’s top officials to communicate as safely and efficiently as possible.” Jeffrey Goldberg is well-known for his sensationalist spin. Here are the facts about his latest story: 1. No “war plans” were discussed. 2. No classified material was sent…
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