Some More News Even More News: Pete Hegseth Can't Stop Texting Classified Attack Plans
Apr 22, 2025
The discussion kicks off with the outrageous leak involving Secretary Hegseth, revealing his chaotic texting of military plans. The hosts humorously dissect how media mishandling complicates government transparency. They also unpack a Supreme Court ruling halting deportations, highlighting the need for due process. Speculation around a new Secretary of Defense leads to critiques of unqualified candidates. Finally, they dive into ICE's absurdities, showcasing the craziness of current immigration policies, all laced with humor and satire.
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Hegseth's Signal Chat Mistake
- Pete Hegseth accidentally shared confidential military strike plans on two Signal chats, including one with family members.
- He included his wife and brother in a 'defense team huddle' chat, blurring personal and classified boundaries.
Sharing Secrets with Spouses
- Secretaries of defense often share imminent attack information with their spouses in person.
- However, sharing classified details over unsecured messaging platforms is highly risky.
Operational Security Fail
- Hegseth used his personal phone instead of secure government phones to exchange classified information.
- This reflects poor operational security and amateur handling of national security matters.
