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Watchdog Finds Hegseth Endangered Troops With Yemen Signal Chat—Report

Watchdog Finds Hegseth Endangered Troops With Yemen Signal Chat—Report

Summary

The Pentagon's internal watchdog found that U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth might have put American troops at risk by sending classified information using the Signal messaging app. This information included details about planned military actions in Yemen, which may still be considered sensitive.

Key Facts

  • The Pentagon's watchdog released a report on U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
  • Hegseth used the Signal messaging app to share information.
  • The shared information was about military strikes in Yemen.
  • The messages might have contained classified information.
  • The Inspector General of the Department of Defense conducted the investigation.
  • The report is expected to be officially published soon.

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