The NPR Politics Podcast Defense Officials Used Group Text To Plan Missile Strikes
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Mar 25, 2025 A group text meant for military planning accidentally included a journalist, raising alarms about national security protocols. Officials scramble to assess the fallout and implications of this breach. The podcast delves into Senate Intelligence Committee hearings focusing on accountability and the risks of classified information leaks. Additionally, it highlights political tensions and the scrutiny of communication standards among government officials. How will this impact personnel decisions and the broader political landscape?
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Journalist in War Chat
- Jeffrey Goldberg, editor of The Atlantic, was inadvertently added to a Signal group chat.
- This chat included senior Trump administration officials discussing a planned missile strike in Yemen.
White House Response
- The White House confirmed the Signal messages' authenticity and is investigating.
- However, some officials attempted to discredit Goldberg and downplay the incident's significance.
Signal Security Breach
- Discussing classified information, especially war plans, over apps like Signal is strictly prohibited.
- While some agencies allow limited use for secure conversations, it's not for sharing classified details.