A Pentagon watchdog investigation has found evidence that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared classified military information, including plans for strikes in Yemen, via the unsecured messaging app Signal. Contrary to previous denials by the Trump administration, the leaked messages originated from emails labeled 'SECRET' and 'NOFORN,' meaning they were not to be shared with foreign nationals. The scandal deepened after it was revealed that a journalist was accidentally added to the group chat, exposing the sensitive information. The probe has expanded to include Hegseth's top aides, raising concerns about broader security protocol violations within the Defense Department. Lawmakers and watchdog groups are now calling for Hegseth's resignation, citing risks to national security and the safety of U.S. servicemembers.
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