A major security breach hit the Trump administration as officials accidentally leaked classified military plans in an encrypted chat before a Yemen airstrike.
The leak, first reported by The Atlantic, revealed that journalist Jeffrey Goldberg was mistakenly added to a Signal group where top officials, including VP JD Vance and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, discussed sensitive attack details.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly shared classified strike plans on March 15, violating security protocols and sparking outrage among lawmakers demanding accountability.
The White House confirmed an internal investigation, raising concerns over officials using unsecured platforms like Signal for national security discussions.
