High-ranking officials in the U.S. administration of President Donald Trump accidentally added the editor-in-chief of *The Atlantic* to their Signal group for discussing military plans, revealing classified information.
National Security Breach: Signal's Role in Information Leak
Officials from the Trump administration used Signal to plan military strikes in Yemen. Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief at *The Atlantic*, was accidentally added to the group, gaining access to sensitive discussions, which caused a sensation among security experts.
Former Officials Criticize Use of Personal Phones
Ex-White House personnel expressed astonishment at some officials' preference to use personal devices over secured government channels. Jacob Williams, a former NSA hacker, highlighted that Signal is not designed for classified communications and can increase data leakage risk.
Democratic Uproar and Public Reaction
Following the story's release, Democrats expressed outrage and called for hearings. Congress members like Bennie Thompson and Gregory Meeks decried the situation as alarming for U.S. national security. They demanded explanations and a thorough investigation.
This incident underscores the significant risks of using public messaging apps for government discussions, emphasizing the need for strengthened cybersecurity in government communications at all levels.
