Dispute over The Atlantic's claim of 'attack plans' from Defense Secretary's private messages
The White House dismisses The Atlantic's claim of 'attack plans' from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's private Signal messages as false, stating that they were merely updates on an existing plan. National Security Adviser and Chief Pentagon Spokesman support this stance, emphasizing that there were no classified materials or war plans shared. The Department of Defense ridicules The Atlantic for changing their claim from 'war plans' to 'attack plans.' Director of National Intelligence also confirms no classified material was shared.
Key Points
- The messages in question were updates on an existing plan
- Director of National Intelligence also confirms no classified material was shared
Pros
- The White House and Department of Defense deny The Atlantic's claim of 'attack plans' from private messages
- National Security Adviser and Chief Pentagon Spokesman support the stance that no classified materials or war plans were shared
Cons
- The Atlantic's credibility may be questioned due to the dispute over the content of the private messages