Trump blames ‘disgruntled employees’ for Defense Secretary Hegseth’s problems after second Signal chat comes to light

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The administration's posture was meant to hold the line against Democratic demands for Hegseth’s firing at a time when the Pentagon is engulfed in turmoil.

Hegseth, talking to reporters while attending the White House Easter Egg Roll, didn't address the substance of the allegations or the national security implications they raised but assailed the media.“They take anonymous sources from disgruntled former employees and then they try to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations," Hegseth said.

The White House expressed support Monday for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following media reports that he shared sensitive military details in another Signal messaging chat, this time with his wife and brother.

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Author / Journalist: Tara Copp, Eric Tucker, The Associated Press

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Published On: 2025-04-22 @ 08:27:23 (12 hours ago)

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