In an unexpected digital hiccup, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz took full responsibility after mistakenly adding journalist Jeffrey Goldberg to a secret group chat discussing impending strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels. 😬
Waltz explained that he built the chat group to keep coordination smooth, but a simple error brought an unintended guest into a high-stakes conversation. Goldberg, who initially thought the invite was a hoax, soon realized the messages were genuine once the planned raid unfolded.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump downplayed the incident, calling it a mere "glitch" and emphasizing that no classified information was disclosed. He mentioned that a staffer had accidentally included Goldberg’s number, and defended Waltz by adding that he “has learned a lesson.”
The mishap has stirred up political chatter. During a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, lawmakers raised concerns about potential exposure of sensitive details, such as targets, weaponry, and attack sequencing. Voices in the room questioned the use of encrypted apps like Signal, and some even urged for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s resignation, arguing that national security must be safeguarded at all times.
This incident highlights how even a minor digital mix-up can ignite major debates over security and accountability in our tech-driven era. It serves as a reminder that when high-level discussions move online, every detail counts.
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Waltz takes responsibility for Yemen chat leak, Trump downplays impact
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