Signal SNAFU: Pentagon’s Secret Chats Exposed, Investigation Launched!
The Department of Defense is investigating Secretary Pete Hegseth for using Signal to discuss government business, after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat about a Yemen airstrike. The chat allegedly included sensitive information, raising questions about using unclassified networks. The probe will assess compliance with DoD policies and classification requirements.
Hot Take:
In a classic case of “Oops, wrong chat,” the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is under investigation for using Signal, that encrypted app we all use to keep our memes safe, to discuss government business. Apparently, even top officials need a crash course in “Signal for Dummies” to avoid accidentally adding journalists to secret military group chats. Who knew that the Pentagon’s security guidelines could be outwitted by a simple ‘Add to Group’ button?
Key Points:
- US Department of Defense is investigating Secretary Pete Hegseth for using Signal for government business.
- Senators raised concerns about potential sharing of classified information via Signal.
- Journalist accidentally added to Signal group chat discussing a Yemen airstrike.
- Concerns about use of unclassified networks for sensitive information.
- Investigation to be led by acting Inspector General Steven Stebbins.