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Judge Blocks Federal Agency's Access to Social Security Data
Court order implements strict privacy controls on DOGE, protecting personal information of millions of Americans under new judicial oversight...
A federal judge has temporarily restricted the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) access to Social Security systems, implementing enhanced privacy controls and data security measures. The ruling limits DOGE's ability to access personal information of millions of Americans, placing government database access under strict judicial oversight to ensure data protection.
Teen Pleads Guilty in Oklahoma Election Day Terror Plot
Afghan national faces 15-year sentence for planning armed attack in Moore; second suspect linked to Islamic State awaits trial...
Afghan teenager Abdullah Haji Zada, 18, pleaded guilty to plotting an Election Day attack in Moore, Oklahoma, involving AK-47 rifles. He faces 15 years imprisonment, $250,000 fine, and deportation. Co-defendant Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, former security guard at US military installation in Afghanistan, awaits trial for Islamic State support.
Unauthorized Starlink Device Found in Federal Agency Headquarters
GSA officials discover Musk-owned satellite transceiver in administrator's office, raising security questions amid leadership's ties to Tesla and X...
GSA discovered Musk's Starlink transceiver connecting to the administrator's office, prompting security concerns. The agency, managing federal real estate, contracts, and digital services, features Musk-aligned leadership: a Silicon Valley administrator with X company ties and Tesla engineer. This aligns with Trump administration's government downsizing and cost-cutting initiatives.
Unauthorized Starlink Device Found at Federal Agency Headquarters
SpaceX satellite transceiver discovered at GSA offices raises security concerns, highlighting potential conflicts with Musk-affiliated leadership...
An IT specialist discovered Musk's Starlink transceiver at GSA headquarters, connecting to the administrator's window. The agency, crucial for federal operations, is led by Musk-affiliated executives including a Silicon Valley administrator and Tesla engineer. GSA manages government real estate, contracts, digital services, and serves as a vital purchasing control point.
Nvidia Hit With $5.5B Loss in China Chip Export Ban
US Commerce Department restricts AI chip exports to China, citing security concerns, affecting Nvidia's H20 chips and Q1 earnings...
Nvidia faces $5.5 billion charges after US Commerce Department restricts H20 and AMD MI308 chip exports to China, citing national security and military technology concerns. The H20, less powerful than H100, enabled DeepSeek's R1 model development at reduced costs. Indefinite licensing requirements impact inventory, purchase commitments, and Q1 earnings May 28.
Defense Giant Booz Allen Faces Transparency Test After Stock Plunge
Government contractor's heavy reliance on classified contracts and national security work creates market uncertainty amid federal spending concerns...
Booz Allen Hamilton, public since 2010 after Carlyle ownership, saw stock soar 10-fold post-Snowden (2013) before 40% post-election drop amid Trump-Musk federal spending cuts. The 110-year-old firm's 98% government revenue, 75% national security focus, and 8 classified top-10 contracts create transparency issues. Market size excludes intelligence agencies, suggesting possible privatization need.
Trump Launches Probe into China's Critical Minerals Dominance
Commerce Department given 180 days to evaluate national security risks in rare-earth elements and EV materials supply chain...
Trump ordered a critical minerals probe in March 2024, targeting rare-earth elements, cobalt, lithium, and nickel dominated by China. The Commerce Department has 180 days to assess national security risks under Section 232. Following semiconductor and pharmaceutical investigations, this action could impose tariffs on materials essential for military applications and electric vehicles.
Pentagon Adviser Removed in Trump-Era Leak Investigation Fallout
Marine veteran Dan Caldwell escorted from Pentagon as Defense Department intensifies probe into national security leaks with polygraph threats...
Pentagon adviser Dan Caldwell, 2011 Arizona State graduate and Marine veteran, was escorted out amid Trump administration's national security leak investigation. Chief of Staff Joe Kasper's March 22 memo warned of polygraphs and criminal prosecution. Caldwell's ties to Defense Secretary Hegseth trace to CVA and Defense Priorities roles. Reuters first reported.
Jordan Foils Major Terror Plot, Arrests 16 in Weapons Sting
Intelligence operation uncovers illegal rocket and explosives manufacturing network operating since 2021, disrupting domestic and international recruitment efforts...
Jordan's General Intelligence Department arrested 16 suspects after monitoring since 2021, thwarting illegal rocket manufacturing, explosives production, and drone facility operations. The state-announced operation exposed plans to recruit operatives domestically and abroad. Previously, Jordan prevented multiple ISIL plots targeting security installations and civilian infrastructure.
US Launches Security Probe into Chip, Drug Import Reliance
Commerce Department investigates foreign dependence as US relies heavily on Asian semiconductors and pharmaceutical ingredients, sparking potential tariff actions...
Trump administration's March 2024 Commerce probe examines chip and pharmaceutical imports' national security impact. US produces 20%, consumes 45% of global pharmaceuticals, with 70% foreign ingredients. Taiwan controls 92% of advanced chip production. Lutnick announces non-negotiable sector-specific tariffs despite 90-day pause. TSMC's US investment follows Biden incentives, though $174B Chinese electronics trade continues.
US Launches Major Trade Probe into Critical Tech Imports
Commerce Department investigates chip, pharma, and equipment sectors amid national security concerns, as Taiwan dominates global semiconductor production...
Commerce Department launches Section 232 investigations into computer chips, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing equipment imports, requiring 3-week public comment. Despite 90-day tariff pause, Trump plans 50% reciprocal tariffs. Secretary Lutnick confirms non-negotiable sector-specific measures to reshore production. Taiwan controls 92% of advanced chip fabrication, South Korea 8%, raising security concerns.
US Launches Security Probe into Chip, Drug Supply Chains
Commerce Department begins 270-day investigation to assess national security risks and potential trade remedies for critical technology sectors...
US Commerce Department launched Section 232 investigations into computer chips and pharmaceuticals sectors, implementing a 270-day review period to assess national security risks and supply chain vulnerabilities. Officials will gather public comments, consult industry stakeholders, and evaluate domestic production capacity to determine necessary trade remedies for strengthening American manufacturing independence.
Chinese WeChat Campaign Targets Canadian Election, Officials Warn
Security task force uncovers foreign interference attempts ahead of April vote, as Elections Canada bolsters defenses against cyber threats from multiple nations...
SITE Task Force monitors April 28 Canadian election, identifying Chinese WeChat operations targeting Carney. Leaders Poilievre, Blanchet, Singh, Pedneault debate Wednesday(French)/Thursday(English). Elections Canada faces cyber threats from China, Russia, Iran. Rapid Response Mechanism tracks foreign actors exploiting immigration debates. Candidate Security Program protects politicians. Tencent assists investigation.
NOAA's $45M Radar Overhaul to Revolutionize Storm Detection
New phased array technology will slash weather scanning times from minutes to seconds, improving warning systems for 71M Americans...
NOAA's 160 radars, deemed national security infrastructure, require upgrade from 1988-era technology by 2030s. DaNa Carlis leads $45M Phased Array project, reducing scan times from 4-6 minutes to 30-60 seconds. System tracks increasing severe weather, with 470 tornadoes and 487 warnings affecting 71M Americans. 1993 Tulsa tornadoes killed 7, injured 130.
Trump Signals New Tech Tariffs in National Security Probe
Former president announces investigation into semiconductor and electronics supply chain, raising prospects of fresh trade restrictions to protect US tech interests...
U.S. President Trump announced via Truth Social on Sunday that his administration is conducting national security tariff investigations focusing on semiconductors and the electronics supply chain. This comprehensive administration investigation signals potential trade policy changes aimed at protecting America's technological infrastructure and security interests.
Intel CEO's $200M Chinese Investments Spark National Security Debate
Lip-Bu Tan's extensive portfolio includes ties to Chinese military-linked firms while Intel maintains billions in US defense contracts...
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan invested $200M in Chinese firms through Walden International, Seine, and Sakaytra holdings during 2012-2024. He controls 40 companies, holds 600 minority stakes, and shares 20 joint funds with Chinese state enterprises. Eight investments link to Beijing's military while Tan's Intel holds $3B in DoD contracts, raising U.S.-China security concerns.
Opposition Leaders Split on Secret Security Briefings Proposal
PCO memo suggests classified updates on foreign threats, but Conservative Leader Poilievre rejects plan as potential gag order..
PCO's May 2024 memo from Drouin to Trudeau proposes classified briefings for opposition leaders on foreign interference, extremism, and conflicts like Russia-Ukraine. Protocol requires top-secret clearance for need-to-know updates on national interest and party-specific threats. Conservative Leader Poilievre refuses clearance, claiming it constitutes a gag order.
Intel CEO's Fund Tied to Controversial Chinese Tech Investments
Walden International's portfolio includes connections to sanctioned companies and military-linked enterprises, raising national security concerns...
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's Walden International (est. 1987) maintains extensive Chinese investments through Sakarya and Seine Limited, controlling 500+ companies. Notable investments include SMIC (exited 2021), QST Group (Russian drone sensors), Intellifusion (blacklisted), and YMTC suppliers. Multiple ventures partner with sanctioned Chinese military-linked enterprises, raising significant concerns about technology transfer and security.
Trump Overhauls Intel Agencies, Taps Gabbard to Lead Reform
New Director's Initiatives Group promises transparency amid agency shake-ups, COVID investigations, and controversial personnel changes at CIA and NSA...
Trump's intelligence reform establishes Director's Initiatives Group under Gabbard, promising apolitical transparency. Task force examines COVID-19 declassification, online speech influence, diplomat health incidents amid NSA general firing, CIA/NSA voluntary resignations, and layoffs. Federal judge blocks diversity program cuts while controversy surrounds Signal app security and JFK document release.
Ex-Meta Exec Exposes China Ties in Explosive Senate Testimony
Former executive reveals $18B Chinese operations and dissident suppression during 2011-2017, while Zuckerberg denies allegations amid FTC scrutiny...
Former Meta executive Wynn-Williams testified to Senate Judiciary Committee about compromising U.S. security by sharing AI with Chinese Communist Party during 2011-2017 tenure. Her book 'Careless People' sold 60,000 copies despite Meta's threats. She revealed an $18 billion China operation and dissident account deletion. Zuckerberg denies claims. FTC antitrust trial threatens Instagram/WhatsApp divestment.
Ex-Meta Executive Reveals China Military AI Links to Senate
Former policy director testifies about company's 2015 CCP briefings, sparking investigation into potential surveillance tool transfers to Chinese military...
Ex-Meta policy director Wynn-Williams, departing 2017, testifies to Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime about Meta's 2015 CCP AI briefings allegedly aiding China's military capabilities. Her blocked memoir 'Careless People' prompted Missouri Republican Hawley's bipartisan investigation into Meta's surveillance tool provision to China, while company maintains Chinese advertising revenue despite platform ban.
Trump Keeps Biden's Ban on US-China Personal Relationships
Policy targets Chinese espionage tactics including 'honeypot' operations, forces officials to choose between postings and relationships with Chinese nationals...
Trump maintains Biden's ban preventing U.S. personnel-Chinese relationships, addressing sophisticated Chinese intelligence operations using James Bond-style honeypotting. Spies target victims online and in bars, exploiting vulnerabilities. Burns' January policy replaced narrow mission staff rules, offering exemptions but requiring posting-or-relationship choice if denied. Vinograd confirms strategy's effectiveness.
Ford Threatens Starlink Contract Over Musk's Trump Connection
Canadian government weighs rural internet access against sovereignty concerns as 400,000 Starlink subscribers face potential service disruption...
Amid sovereignty threats, Starlink's 400,000 Canadian subscribers face uncertainty as Ford threatens contract cancellation over Musk's Trump ties. As sixth-largest provider, immediate decoupling risks rural high-speed internet access. Strategic considerations and short-term constraints necessitate maintaining subsidized service until domestic alternatives replace foreign-controlled infrastructure.
DHS Offers $25K Buyouts Amid Major Workforce Restructuring
Department of Homeland Security launches voluntary separation program while maintaining frontline operations and continuing recruitment for key security roles...
DHS, formed post-9/11 from 22 agencies including Coast Guard, Secret Service, and FEMA, offers $25,000 buyouts until April 14. Secretary Noem exempts frontline workers while CBP, ICE, and HSI continue recruitment. Despite 200 FEMA terminations and reduced oversight, McLaughlin emphasizes mission focus on homeland security and public safety.
Russian-Linked Terror Plot Exposed Ahead of European Elections
German intelligence uncovers coordinated attacks across multiple cities, as evidence points to Russian involvement in ISIS-inspired violence...
ISIS-radicalized Afghan attacked Stürzenberger before European elections, killing officer. Russian searches predicted Mannheim attack. GRU targeted Leipzig DHL. Attacks in Aschaffenburg, Munich followed. AfD gained support. BND questions search data, citing VPN issues. Intelligence warns of Russian espionage, sabotage, and disinformation campaign against Germany.
RCMP Spyware Targeted Ex-Officers in Foreign Interference Probe
Privacy concerns mount as police surveillance tool bypassed Signal encryption to monitor former Vancouver officers Merrifield and McNamara in Montreal...
RCMP deployed ODIT spyware on officer Merrifield and McNamara, retired from Vancouver Police Department in 2016, during foreign interference case. The August 2023 surveillance in Montreal bypassed Signal encryption despite two-step authentication. Privacy advocates, human rights groups, and CBC warn about implications for citizen privacy and inadequate legal frameworks.
Weather Service Drops AI Translator, Millions Left in Dark
Critical weather alerts now inaccessible to 68 million non-English speakers after NOAA halts Lilt AI translation service, raising safety concerns...
US Weather Service halted Lilt AI translations affecting 68M non-English speakers. NOAA researcher Falcón and Columbia's Kruczkiewicz emphasize translation importance for emergencies and sectors like tourism, transportation, energy. UCLA anthropologist Mendoza-Denton notes limited English proficiency impacts weather alert comprehension. 2021 Kentucky tornado case proved translations save lives.
Chinese State Campaign Targeted Liberal Leader on WeChat
Security officials confirm CCP-linked social media operation against Mark Carney during pre-election period, prompting heightened electoral integrity measures...
Security Task Force identified Chinese Communist Party's central commission targeting Liberal Leader Carney via WeChat's Youli-Youmian account. Coordinated activity spiked March 10 pre-election and March 25 during writ period. After April 6 Liberal briefing, senior bureaucrats confirmed electoral integrity. Tencent faces scrutiny while officials urge voter vigilance online and offline.
China's WeChat Campaign Targeted Canadian Political Figures, Report Finds
SITE Task Force reveals CCP-linked account orchestrated disinformation efforts against Mark Carney and other Canadian politicians through Chinese social media...
SITE Task Force exposed Beijing's WeChat operation via CCP's Youli-Youmian account targeting Chinese-speaking Canadians. Campaign focused on Liberal Leader Mark Carney's Nepean candidacy, portraying him as 'tough' against US. MPs Chong (June 2023) and Freeland (January 2025) were targeted. Coordinated inauthentic behavior peaked March 10/25, 2025.
UK Court Forces Transparency in Apple-Government Encryption Battle
Investigatory Powers Tribunal rejects Home Office secrecy bid over encryption dispute, as privacy groups celebrate victory for open justice...
The Investigatory Powers Tribunal rejected Home Office's bid to keep its Apple ADP encryption dispute secret, citing extensive media coverage and open justice principles. UK government seeks access under Investigatory Powers Act, but Apple refuses to create backdoors. Open Rights Group, Big Brother Watch, and privacy advocates welcome Monday's ruling against government secrecy claims regarding national security concerns.
NSA Blunder Exposes Yemen Strike Plans in Signal Chat
Top officials' secret messages leaked after Atlantic journalist mistakenly added to high-level group chat, sparking national security investigations...
NSA Waltz accidentally added Atlantic's Goldberg to Signal chat planning Yemen strikes, mistaking him for spokesman Hughes due to a 2024 phone save error. The chat included VP Vance, SecState Rubio, DefSec Hegseth, CIA's Ratcliffe, and DNI Gabbard. After March 14 strikes, Goldberg published the messages, prompting investigations, Congressional hearings, and Musk's involvement.
NSA Chief's Dismissal Sparks National Security Concerns
General Haugh's removal from NSA and Cyber Command leadership raises alarm over U.S. cybersecurity capabilities against foreign threats...
Rep. Bacon discussed on Face the Nation (April 6, 2025) bipartisan tariff legislation with Senators Cantwell, Grassley, and 7 Senate Republicans. He referenced the 1930 Smoot-Hartley Act while addressing Trump's border security and inflation focus. The dismissal of General Haugh, a 34-year signals intelligence expert, from NSA and Cyber Command leadership threatens U.S. cybersecurity against Russia and China.
Canada Weighs New Spy Agency Amid US Intelligence Concerns
Proposal for human intelligence service emerges as Canada seeks greater independence from US intelligence sharing amid uncertain bilateral relations...
Canada considers establishing human-focused foreign intelligence service amid unpredictable US relations under Trump and limited direct control over intelligence. Stephanie Carvin, former federal government security analyst at Carleton University Ottawa, advocates careful evaluation. Initiative requires substantial political buy-in and resources, addressing Washington information-sharing uncertainties and foreign intelligence limitations.
Weather Alerts Go Dark for 68M Non-English Speakers
National Weather Service suspends multilingual alerts after AI translation contract expires, leaving vulnerable communities without critical weather warnings...
NWS suspended multilingual weather alerts after Lilt AI's April 1 contract expiration, affecting 68 million non-English speakers, especially in Texas, Florida, and Puerto Rico. NOAA's $1 million annual translation investment paused while Amazon Web Services continues through July 31. The suspension impacts NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts and communities like King County. Trujillo-Falcón cites 2021 Kentucky tornado survival demonstrating alerts' critical importance.
Trump Ousts NSA Chief Amid Leadership Shake-Up
Controversial dismissal of Director Haugh and deputy sparks Congressional backlash as national security operations face uncertainty during transition period...
Trump fired NSA Director Haugh and Deputy Noble, disrupting NSA/Cyber Command leadership. Loomer influenced decision after questioning Haugh's loyalty. Congressional critics Himes, Reed, and Warner demand answers amid Waltz's Signal app controversy over Houthi operation planning. Haugh's recent Musk meeting and 60-day transition process complicate national security operations.
CISA Braces for Major Staff Cuts Amid Security Concerns
Cybersecurity agency could lose over one-third of workforce through forced departures, threatening critical infrastructure and election security operations...
CISA, the DHS agency safeguarding election security and critical infrastructure, faces 1,300 potential cuts through forced or incentivized departures from its 3,400-person workforce. Changes expected within weeks after 'fork in the road' email. Earlier, Trump administration's firing of probationary staff resulted in judicial reinstatement of 130 employees.
Prince Andrew Linked to Suspected Chinese Spy, MI5 Warns
Royal's relationship with businessman Yang Tengbo raises security concerns over potential elite capture operation following Epstein scandal fallout...
Prince Andrew's relationship with alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo, UK resident since 2002, intensified post-2019 Newsnight interview about Jeffrey Epstein. Despite MI5 warnings, Yang facilitated Andrew's communication with Xi Jinping through Pitch@Palace and Eurasia Fund. Hampshire saw Yang as Andrew's salvation, though palace deemed his reputation irrecoverable. CCP links triggered security concerns about elite capture operations.
Trump Defies Congress, Delays TikTok Ban Despite Security Concerns
ByteDance resists algorithm sale as legal battles mount, while creator anxiety grows and public support for ban wanes...
Trump extended TikTok's US deadline 75 days despite Congress's January 19 ban mandate and Supreme Court support. ByteDance refuses to sell its algorithm while operating from Singapore and LA. BlackCloak's Pierson warns of persistent security risks. Pew Research shows declining ban support (33% from 50%). Creator @TheWadeEmpire adapts amid uncertainty. 130 lawsuits challenge Trump's orders.
Trump Defies Congress, Grants TikTok 75-Day Extension in US
ByteDance refuses algorithm sale as public opinion splits, while national security experts warn of data risks under Chinese ownership...
Trump extended TikTok's US operations 75 days via executive order, defying Congress's January 19 deadline and Supreme Court-approved ban. ByteDance refuses to sell TikTok's algorithm despite national security concerns. Pew Research shows 33% support ban (down from 50%), 33% oppose. Former DHS advisor Pierson warns about foreign control of data and algorithms.
Trump Gives TikTok 75 Days to Find US Buyer
ByteDance faces forced divestment amid national security concerns, as tech giants eye popular platform's 170 million American users...
Trump announced on Truth Social a 75-day TikTok sale extension. ByteDance must divest the platform over Chinese government data access and propaganda concerns. Supreme Court rejected First Amendment challenges, supporting bipartisan ban. Apple and Google temporarily removed then restored the app. Andreessen Horowitz and Amazon among potential buyers for 170-million-user platform.
Trump Extends TikTok Deadline as ByteDance Deal Talks Continue
75-day reprieve granted amid ongoing negotiations over American ownership requirements, while Chinese firm resists algorithm sale demands...
From West Palm Beach, Trump issued a 75-day executive order extension for TikTok operations beyond January 19 deadline, citing deal progress. ByteDance refuses to sell TikTok's algorithm despite Congressional security mandates. Multiple US businesses offered ownership stakes while Trump's administration works with China to resolve American ownership requirements.
Pentagon Probes Leaked Yemen Strike Details on Signal App
Inspector General investigates potential classified information breach after military communications accidentally shared with journalist in private chat group...
Pentagon IG Stebbins investigates Hegseth's Signal app communications about Yemen Houthi strikes after Atlantic editor Goldberg's accidental chat inclusion. Senate Armed Services Committee chairs Wicker and Reed requested probe of classified information handling. While Democrats demand Hegseth and Waltz's resignation, Trump administration denies classification breach. Review spans DC and Tampa Command.
AppLovin Joins Race to Buy TikTok's US Operations
Marketing firm enters bidding war against Oracle as ByteDance faces April 2024 deadline to divest or face US ban...
AppLovin, an app marketing firm, bid for TikTok's non-Chinese operations, valued at $40-50B US and up to $200B globally including its algorithm, per Wedbush's Dan Ives. ByteDance must divest US operations by April 2024 or face ban. Oracle leads contenders, emphasizing US data oversight. White House oversees negotiations amid national security concerns.
Deadly Storms Tear Through South, Leaving Four Dead
National Guard deployed as tornadoes and floods devastate multiple states, derailing train and damaging dozens of homes across region...
Four deaths in Tennessee and Missouri as storms ravage US South. President Trump declared emergency, deploying National Guard. Tornado debris reached 25,000ft, affecting 22 counties. BNSF train derailed, 60 homes damaged. Four injured in Kentucky. Flash floods threaten states, following mid-March disasters that killed 40.
Pentagon Probes Defense Secretary's Classified Signal App Messages
Investigation launched after Atlantic reporter accidentally added to chat discussing sensitive Houthi strike details with top officials...
Pentagon IG Stebbins investigates Defense Secretary Hegseth's Signal app usage for sharing March 15 Houthi strike details after Atlantic's Goldberg was accidentally added by Waltz. The review, requested by Senators Wicker and Reed, examines communications between VP Vance, Secretary Rubio, DNI Gabbard regarding classified operational timing. Trump administration denies violations.
TikTok Sale Draws Tech Giants as Deadline Looms
AppLovin, Amazon, and OnlyFans lead consortium bid for 170M-user platform as ByteDance faces forced divestment under US security law...
AppLovin, Amazon, and OnlyFans consortium bid for TikTok before April 5. ByteDance must sell the 170M-user platform amid security concerns. Trump reviews four proposals. Blackstone may join Susquehanna International and General Atlantic in ByteDance's non-Chinese ownership. 2024's bipartisan law required January 19 divestment, with Trump granting 75-day extension.
Tech-Driven Tornado Warning Systems Shield Americans From Nature's Fury
Advanced monitoring network protects communities across all 50 states as U.S. faces 1,200 twisters annually, including rare Los Angeles touchdown...
Advanced technology guides safety for 1,200 annual U.S. tornadoes. Warning sirens prompt crucial last-minute precautions nationwide, from Tornado Alley's May-June peak (Kansas-Texas) to earlier southern seasons (Arkansas-Georgia). The National Severe Storms Laboratory monitors all states, including 2023's Los Angeles tornado that injured one and damaged rooftops. Immediate and advance preparation protocols save lives.
Pentagon Chief Under Fire for Using Signal App on Yemen
Inspector investigates Defense Secretary Hegseth's unauthorized communications about classified Houthi strike plans on unsecured messaging platform...
Pentagon inspector Stebbins reviews Defense Secretary Hegseth's unauthorized Signal app use for Yemen strike plans. The platform, unsuitable for classified data and outside DoD's secure network, hosted discussions between Waltz, Vance, Rubio, and Intelligence Director Gabbard about Iran-backed Houthi operations, exposed via Goldberg's accidental inclusion.
Pentagon Probes Defense Chief's Signal App Use for Yemen Plans
Inspector General investigates Secretary Hegseth's communications about Houthi attacks amid concerns over classified information sharing on unauthorized platforms...
Pentagon Inspector General investigates Defense Secretary Hegseth's use of Signal app for sharing Yemen Houthi attack plans. The probe, requested by Senators Wicker and Reed, examines unauthorized military communications involving officials including Waltz, Vance, Rubio, and Gabbard. Democrats challenge Signal's use while military experts suggest shared operational details were classified, despite Trump administration denials.
Pentagon Probes Defense Secretary's Signal App Use in Strikes
Investigation launched after journalist accidentally added to classified chat about Houthi operations, raising security concerns among military officials...
Pentagon inspector Stebbins investigates Defense Secretary Hegseth's use of Signal app for March 15 Houthi strike planning. The review, prompted by Senators Wicker and Reed, began after journalist Goldberg was accidentally added to a chat including VP Vance, Secretary Rubio, and Intelligence Director Gabbard. Trump administration denies sharing classified information despite military concerns.