Wed Mar 26 17:37:20 UTC 2025: ## Leaked Signal Chats Reveal Pre-Attack Details of Yemen Bombing, Sparking Controversy
**Washington D.C.** – A bombshell report by *The Atlantic* has ignited a firestorm of controversy, revealing screenshots of a Signal group chat detailing the planned March 15th attack on Houthi targets in Yemen. The chat, which inadvertently included *Atlantic* editor Jeffrey Goldberg, allegedly involved top Trump administration officials including Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Hegseth, and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, among others.
The magazine published the full text of the conversation, directly contradicting denials from President Trump and numerous officials that no classified information was shared. The leaked messages included precise times for US aircraft launches – information *The Atlantic* argues would have endangered American personnel had it fallen into enemy hands. For example, Defense Secretary Hegseth reportedly detailed the launch times of F-18s and Tomahawk missiles, giving the Houthis over two hours’ notice before the strikes.
*The Atlantic* defended its decision to publish the chats, citing the administration’s repeated denials and arguing that the public has a right to see the information and draw its own conclusions about the security risk posed by using an unsecured messaging app for such sensitive discussions. The magazine initially withheld details to protect US personnel but felt compelled to release the full content after the administration’s denials.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reiterated the administration’s stance that no classified information was shared, but objected to the release of the conversation, calling it an “internal and private deliberation.” She stated that the National Security Council is investigating how Goldberg’s number was added to the group chat.
National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, in a tweet, insisted that “no war plans” were leaked, claiming foreign partners were already notified of the impending strikes. He maintained that President Trump’s actions were in the best interest of the US. Press Secretary Leavitt echoed this sentiment, dismissing the report as a “hoax” by a “Trump-hater.”
The incident is viewed as a major challenge for the Trump administration, with calls for the resignation of several officials involved. The controversy centers not only on the potential security breach but also on the credibility of the administration’s repeated denials in the face of compelling evidence. The White House continues to maintain its position despite the release of the incriminating chat logs.
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