Summary
A report by a Pentagon watchdog found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth might have risked U.S. troops' safety by sharing sensitive information through an unapproved app during a strike in Yemen. The report says that if enemies had accessed this information, it could have led to counteractions. Despite the findings, the Pentagon spokesperson claimed that no classified information was shared.
Key Facts
- Pete Hegseth sent sensitive information via an unapproved Signal group chat.
- The information involved a planned strike in Yemen against Houthi forces.
- There are concerns that if adversaries got the information, they could have avoided the strike.
- A House Democrat is considering impeachment efforts against Hegseth.
- Hegseth stated he did not share any details that would endanger troops.
- A Pentagon spokesperson described the report as clearing Hegseth of wrongdoing.
- The report noted Hegseth did not allow access to his personal phone during the investigation.
