Overview

• NSA Director Timothy Haugh, his deputy Wendy Noble, and several senior NSC officials were dismissed following a meeting between Trump and activist Laura Loomer.
• Loomer presented opposition research to Trump, questioning the loyalty of certain officials and advocating for their removal.
• Trump defended his decisions, stating he listens to recommendations from various sources, including Loomer, but downplayed her influence on the firings.
• The Pentagon has launched an investigation into the use of the Signal app for sensitive military planning, which has also drawn criticism for security lapses.
• Democrats have condemned the firings, accusing Trump of prioritizing loyalty over expertise in critical national security roles.