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NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Mar 27, 2025
Peter Alexander, NBC News correspondent, shares insights on the Yemen strike controversy after revealing texts from a sensitive group chat. The conversation dives into the ongoing debates among intelligence officials regarding information leaks and classification. Additionally, he highlights the dire repercussions of severe weather in the Carolinas and the complexities of deportation issues facing Venezuelans. The discussion also touches on the dramatic stories of American families trapped abroad, emphasizing the human impact of international legal battles.
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  • Newly uncovered texts indicate potential misconduct within the Trump administration regarding the timing of military operations in Yemen.
  • Devastating wildfires across the Carolinas are prompting evacuations, highlighting severe weather risks and resource challenges following recent hurricanes.

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Military Strike Controversy

The discussion revolves around text messages shared among top Trump administration officials related to a U.S. military strike in Yemen. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly sent messages detailing the timing and specifics of the operation just moments before it commenced, raising questions about the classification of such information. Despite claims that the messages were not classified, some officials argue that sharing precise details about a military mission on an unsecured platform like Signal could endanger operations. The fallout from this incident has led to calls for congressional investigations and further scrutiny of the administration's handling of sensitive military communications.

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