Sources have revealed that Fox News host Pete Hegseth shared information about a Yemen strike in a second Signal chat. This incident took place on the same day that Hegseth inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief in a separate Signal chat where he discussed similar details. The sharing of this information has sparked concern regarding the security and handling of sensitive military intelligence.
The initial incident involved Hegseth sharing details in a Signal group that mistakenly included Nicholas Thompson, the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic. This second instance, revealed by sources speaking to CBS News, indicates a pattern of sharing potentially sensitive information outside of secure channels. The nature of the information shared in both chats is related to a military strike in Yemen. Further details regarding the specific information shared and the recipients of the second message remain unclear at this time. The incident is currently under review.
Pete Hegseth Shared Yemen Strike Details in Second Signal Chat
Fox News host Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details about a Yemen strike in a second Signal chat, according to sources. This incident occurred on the same day Hegseth shared similar information in another Signal group that mistakenly included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief. The disclosure raises concerns about the handling of sensitive military information. The sources remained anonymous.
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