Leaked Group Chat on Military Strikes
President Trump expresses regret over team accidentally leaking a text chain to The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg, leading to boosted outlet coverage. The leaked group chat involved strike plans against Houthi militants. Trump criticizes Goldberg and dismisses leak as 'not a big deal.' The story generated outrage among liberal critics but the White House stated no classified information was revealed.
Key Points
- President Trump criticized The Atlantic and Jeffrey Goldberg for exploiting the leaked group chat
- No classified information was revealed in the leak
- The story sparked outrage among liberal critics
Pros
- Increased visibility for The Atlantic
- Discussion of national security concerns
Cons
- Accidental leak of sensitive information
- Potential breach of national security protocol