Washington, D.C. Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) has publicly called for the resignation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing concerns over a recent leak of a Signal chat involving discussions about Houthi strikes. The leaked messages, first reported earlier this week, contained what some experts are calling sensitive information regarding military strategy and potential targets.
Senator Kelly stated, "The unauthorized disclosure of this information represents a serious breach of security and demonstrates a clear lack of judgment on the part of Secretary Hegseth. His actions have potentially jeopardized national security, and he should resign immediately."
The controversy revolves around a private Signal group used by individuals reportedly involved in planning or analyzing responses to Houthi attacks. While the exact content of the leaked messages remains under scrutiny, several security analysts have expressed concern that the information could be used by adversaries to gain an advantage.
As of this writing, Secretary Hegseth's office has not released an official statement addressing Senator Kelly's call for resignation. The White House has also remained silent on the matter. The controversy is likely to face further scrutiny in the coming days, with some members of Congress already calling for an investigation into the security protocols surrounding sensitive military communications.
Senator Calls for Hegseth Resignation Over Chat Leak
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly is urging Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to step down following the leak of a Signal chat related to Houthi strikes. The controversy stems from the exposure of sensitive information shared within the group. Kelly argues that the leak compromises national security and demonstrates a lapse in judgment. Hegseth has yet to publicly respond to the senator's demand.