Summary
The Pentagon has completed a review of the "Signalgate" controversy, where officials used a private messaging app to discuss military operations. A redacted version of this review will be released to the public, while the full report is available to the Senate Armed Services Committee.
Key Facts
- The Pentagon reviewed the use of private messaging apps by Trump administration officials.
- This review is linked to military plans discussed on the app Signal in March, specifically about strikes in Yemen.
- The incident became public when an editor was mistakenly added to the chat group.
- An inspector general started a review in April due to requests from both Republicans and Democrats.
- The report will be shared with the Senate Armed Services Committee, and a redacted version will be released publicly.
- The review adds to the pressure on Trump's military officials, already under scrutiny for other strikes.
- The Trump administration argued that no classified information was shared in the app chat.
