The Story Team Trump’s leaked war plans
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Mar 27, 2025 David Charter, Assistant Editor (US) at The Times, shares insights on a serious security breach during the Trump administration involving leaked military discussions. He explores how a senior journalist inadvertently joined a high-level chat group and the implications for national security. The conversation dives into the accountability of officials involved, the risks to American servicemen, and the impact on U.S. relations with allies. They also discuss how these leaks reflect on the administration's approach to military commitments and internal decision-making processes.
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Journalist in Secret Chat
- Journalist Jeffrey Goldberg was added to a private Signal group chat.
- This chat included senior Trump administration members discussing a planned attack on Yemen.
Unfiltered View of Administration
- The leaked chat reveals the Trump administration's internal dynamics and thinking.
- It offers an unfiltered view of their decision-making process and attitudes towards allies.
Vance's Dissent
- Vice President J.D. Vance expressed criticism of President Trump's plan to attack Yemen.
- Vance viewed the attack as "bailing Europe out" due to the threat to primarily European shipping lanes.