Trump Administration Faces Security Breach Over Journalist's Inclusion in Houthi Strike Chat

The Trump administration faces scrutiny after Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was inadvertently added to a Signal group chat where senior officials discussed military strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen. National Security Council spokesman Brian Hughes confirmed the authenticity of the chat, which included high-profile officials such as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The messages exchanged within the group highlighted operational details, including targets and sequencing of the strikes, raising concerns about a significant security breach. Goldberg noted that the chat's discussions occurred just hours before the U.S. commenced airstrikes on March 15, following a connection request he received from National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. The incident has led to questions about how such sensitive information was communicated through informal channels rather than official government systems. Critics argue that the breach exemplifies reckless handling of national security matters by the Trump administration.