The Daily The Editor Who Was Accidentally Texted War Plans
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Mar 26, 2025 
Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor in chief at The Atlantic, shares his experience of inadvertently receiving secret U.S. military plans from high-ranking Trump officials via a group chat. He delves into the complexities of political communication and the chaotic dynamics of Washington politics. The conversation reveals the implications for U.S. military strategy in Yemen and the challenges of investigative journalism amidst such security breaches. Goldberg also reflects on the fallout and accountability within government communications following this unexpected leak.
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Unexpected Group Chat
- Jeffrey Goldberg was added to a Signal group chat with top Trump officials.
- He initially dismissed it as a hoax due to his contentious relationship with the administration.
Unusual Communication Medium
- The Signal group chat included discussions about a planned attack in Yemen.
- Goldberg found this odd, as sensitive government discussions typically occur in secure facilities.
Attack Plan Shared
- Pete Hegseth shared details of the Yemen attack plan, including timing and targets, in the group chat.
- Goldberg confirmed the attack's occurrence via Twitter, matching Hegseth's prediction.