


Trump Supports Adviser Amid Controversy Over Leaked Military Chat
President Trump defends National Security Adviser Mike Waltz amid concerns over a leaked Signal chat discussing military strikes in Yemen.
Overview
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is facing calls for resignation after sharing classified military details in a group chat including Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz has taken responsibility for the leak, claiming he did not knowingly add Goldberg to the conversation about military strikes against Iran-backed rebels in Yemen. President Trump defended Waltz, calling the situation “the only glitch” of his administration and downplaying the breach as not serious. Despite some Republicans voicing concerns, Trump emphasized moving forward, insisting that no classified material was discussed and reaffirming his confidence in Waltz.
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