A leaked Signal chat put top US officials under fire. Tulsi Gabbard and John Ratcliffe faced tough questions. The discussion included sensitive military plans. But they claim no classified details were shared.
What Happened?
A Signal chat discussing US military strikes in Yemen got leaked. Shockingly, Jeffrey Goldberg, The Atlantic’s editor, was in the group. He was mistakenly added by National Security Adviser Mike Waltz. Now, lawmakers are demanding answers.
Gabbard’s Defense
Tulsi Gabbard admitted it was a mistake. But she insisted that no classified information was shared. She said the chat had “candid and sensitive” talks. However, she stressed no sources, methods, or locations were discussed.
The Heated Exchange
The House Intelligence Committee hearing turned tense. Democrats claimed the messages revealed military attack plans. They demanded accountability. Representative Joaquin Castro outright called it a lie. The situation escalated when Ratcliffe defended the use of Signal.
Demand for Resignations
Some Democrats want Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign. They argue the leaked chat had crucial military details. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi said it involved weapons, strike sequences, and operational details.
Trump Calls It a ‘Glitch’
Donald Trump downplayed the issue. He called it a minor error. He defended Waltz, saying it was the only mistake in two months. Meanwhile, Waltz took full responsibility, saying he mistakenly added Goldberg.
The Atlantic’s Revelations
The Atlantic released chat transcripts. It showed how Hegseth shared military attack details. Gabbard suggested that once he shared them in a non-secure chat, they were no longer classified.
What’s in future?
The National Security Council is investigating. Democrats want deeper scrutiny. The debate continues on how the US handles sensitive military communication.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.