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How Trump's secret war plans were leaked in a group chat

The News Agents

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Leaked Secrets: A Cautionary Group Chat

This chapter sheds light on a significant breach of national security as sensitive military discussions were leaked via a casual group chat on Signal, raising questions about the use of commercial platforms for such dialogues. It critiques the lack of accountability and the implications of a journalist's accidental addition to the chat, emphasizing the tensions between transparency and the need for security. Additionally, the chapter explores the dynamics among Trump administration officials, revealing their attitudes towards Europe and discussing the broader consequences of mishandled sensitive information.

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