The Trump administration is embroiled in controversy as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military strike details on a Signal chat including a journalist, raising national security concerns. Criticism mounts from both parties, questioning Hegseth's judgment and leadership abilities, especially given previous incidents of questionable decisions. Calls for investigations and accountability have emerged, emphasizing a possible breach of security protocols and implications under federal law, while the White House stands by Hegseth, deflecting responsibility onto National Security Adviser Mike Waltz.