Letters from an American March 26, 2025
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Mar 27, 2025 The podcast dives into alarming revelations about senior officials in the Trump administration using unsecure messaging apps for military discussions. It raises questions around controversial military operations and the exclusion of military leaders, diving into the impacts of political influence on military decisions. Cybersecurity vulnerabilities are laid bare, especially concerning a compromised Signal chat. Additionally, tensions surrounding a press conference filled with contradictions and the call for the Defense Secretary's resignation are explored, showcasing the current administration's challenges.
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Signal Scandal
- Senior Trump administration officials used Signal to plan Yemen strikes.
- Officials lied about the chat's content, claiming no classified information was shared.
Signal Vulnerability
- The National Security Agency (NSA) warned against using Signal.
- Officials' personal phones were likely compromised by foreign intelligence.
Circumventing Laws and Trump's Absence
- Officials used Signal to circumvent record preservation laws.
- Trump was absent from airstrike discussions; others made decisions.