National Security Adviser Mike Waltz accidentally leaked sensitive information about military strikes in Yemen via Signal, including a journalist known for criticizing the administration. Waltz takes full responsibility but insists no classified information was shared.
National Security Advisor Mike Waltz admitted responsibility for accidentally adding Atlantic magazine's editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, to a Signal group chat discussing military strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. The leak revealed internal deliberations and planning of the March 15th airstrikes. Waltz stated that he created the group and that Goldberg's number was somehow included, though he claimed not to know how. He described the incident as embarrassing and vowed to investigate. While Waltz and President Trump insist no classified information was discussed, Goldberg maintains that the leaked messages included details about targets, weapons, and timing of the attacks. Goldberg, a known critic of Trump, has shared some screenshots but withheld others citing national security concerns. The incident sparked debate about the security of sensitive information and the potential for intentional leaks.
