The Josh Marshall Podcast

Signal Noise

Mar 27, 2025
A political scandal erupts as a military group chat leaks sensitive information, prompting chaotic responses from political figures. The discussion takes a turn towards the Trump administration's loyalty dynamics and the impact of viral moments on media narratives. Additionally, the troubling enforcement of the Enemy Aliens Act raises important questions about due process and accountability in immigration. Through humor and sharp analysis, the hosts dissect the absurdity and seriousness of these contemporary issues.
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ANECDOTE

Initial Reaction to Signal Story

  • Josh Marshall recounts discussing the Signal story with a friend, noting the initial shock and disbelief.
  • He observed that the story's absurdity left people unsure how to react.
INSIGHT

Signal Group Chat Incident

  • The Signal group chat incident involves Michael Waltz accidentally adding journalist Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal group.
  • The chat contained sensitive information about war plans, causing a significant security breach.
ANECDOTE

JD Vance's Reaction

  • Kate Riga highlights a moment in the Signal chat where JD Vance reacts with confusion to a military update.
  • She compares the celebratory tone in the chat to the public reaction after Bin Laden's death.
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