Overview

• National Security Advisor Mike Waltz accidentally added journalist Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal group chat that included discussions about Yemen war plans.
• The group chat reportedly involved high-ranking officials such as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
• President Trump dismissed concerns about the incident, labeling it a minor glitch and expressing continued confidence in Waltz's leadership.
• The White House National Security Council confirmed the authenticity of the group chat but has not elaborated on its operational details.
• Waltz, appointed in November 2024, is a former congressman, Green Beret, and national security expert with extensive experience in government and military service.