Trump Administration Officials Face Security Breach Over Yemen Strike Plans

A significant security breach occurred when senior Trump administration officials, including National Security Adviser Michael Waltz and Vice President JD Vance, used the messaging app Signal to discuss a military strike on Yemen's Houthi rebels, inadvertently including journalist Jeffrey Goldberg in the conversation. The leaked chat revealed internal disagreements, particularly Vance's concerns about the risks of the attack and its potential economic implications, contrasting with other officials who pushed for immediate action. The incident has raised alarms about the use of unapproved communication methods for sensitive discussions, highlighting a lapse in national security protocols. Goldberg, who initially doubted the authenticity of the leak, ultimately verified it when the airstrikes were conducted as planned. The chat included detailed plans for the strike, including target lists and operational details, which could have endangered U.S. personnel if mishandled. The fallout from this breach continues to provoke discussions on accountability and the implications for national security practices.