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Defense Secretary Hegseth Faces Mounting Scrutiny Over Security Breaches and Leadership Turmoil

Hegseth's use of unsecured internet and Signal for sensitive communications has triggered investigations, Pentagon instability, and bipartisan calls for accountability.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attends a meeting in the Oval Office atthe White House on April 24, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The leaders are expected to discuss security, trade, NATO and the war in Ukraine. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Pete Hegseth installed an unsecured internet line in his Pentagon office, bypassing security protocols to access Signal on personal devices, raising espionage concerns.
  • Hegseth used Signal to share sensitive military details, including Yemen strike plans, with unauthorized individuals such as his wife, brother, and lawyer.
  • Joe Kasper, Hegseth's chief of staff, resigned after less than 100 days, adding to a wave of staff exits and internal chaos at the Pentagon.
  • Hegseth’s personal phone number, linked to Signal and accessible online, has been flagged as a significant security risk by experts, given his high-profile role.
  • The ongoing inspector general investigation and bipartisan pressure on President Trump to address Hegseth's actions highlight escalating concerns over operational security and leadership at the Department of Defense.