Morning Joe Morning Joe 3/25/25
Mar 25, 2025
Jonathan Lemire, a political analyst and White House expert at The Atlantic, joins Ali Vitali, host of Way Too Early, and David Ignatius, a Washington Post columnist specializing in foreign policy. They dive into a shocking national security breach involving Trump officials leaking military plans through a group chat. The conversation shifts to the ongoing legal turmoil surrounding deportations and U.S.-Russia diplomatic efforts in Ukraine. They also dissect the erosion of due process related to immigration and the internal power struggles among lawmakers.
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War Plans Shared in Signal Group Chat
- Top Trump officials shared war plans in a Signal group chat, including details like weapons packages, targets, and timing.
- Journalist Jeffrey Goldberg was accidentally added to the chat, raising concerns about security breaches and potential consequences.
Security Risks of Using Commercial Apps
- Using commercial encrypted apps like Signal for classified information is a major security risk, as they can be hacked.
- The incident highlights the Trump administration's disregard for proper handling of sensitive information.
Denial and Discrediting the Press
- Despite evidence, Pete Hegseth denies sharing war plans, attacking Jeffrey Goldberg's credibility instead.
- This reflects a common Trump administration tactic of deflecting blame and discrediting the press.