DEF Hegseth used #Signal more extensively for official Pentagon business than previously disclosed, engaging in at least a dozen separate chats.
In one case, he told aides on the encrypted app to inform foreign govts about an unfolding MIL operation, the ppl said. He also used the nongovt message service to discuss media appearances, foreign travel, his schedule, & other unclassified but sensitive info.
#NationalSecurity #DOD #Incompetence #Russia #Putin #Resist #USPol
https://www.wsj.com/politics/national-security/pete-hegseth-signal-chats-defense-department-pentagon-ec9a4daa?mod=e2tw
Kim Perales /
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2025-05-05 22:06:03
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2025-05-05 22:06:03Event JSON
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