The White House stands by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth amidst reports of sharing sensitive military information on Signal chats with his wife and brother. President Trump dismisses the claims as “fake news” and blames disgruntled employees for leaking the information. Despite calls for Hegseth’s firing, the administration insists that no classified information was disclosed. The latest revelation adds to concerns about Hegseth’s judgment, following a previous incident where he shared details of a military airstrike in another Signal chat. The administration struggles to explain the use of Signal, an unauthorized app for sensitive information, and faces criticism for failing to take action against Hegseth and other officials. The Pentagon is also dealing with internal turmoil, including the departures of several senior aides and an investigation into leaks. The situation highlights a power struggle between Hegseth and the career workforce at the Pentagon. Calls for Hegseth’s firing continue to grow, as Democratic leaders urge for accountability. The Defense Department’s acting inspector general is investigating Hegseth’s Signal use, with concerns raised about the national security implications of sharing classified information on an unsecured channel. Amidst the chaos, the administration remains steadfast in its support for Hegseth and defends its efforts to implement changes within the Defense Department.
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