Trump Defends National Security Advisor After Leaked Group Chat

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President Trump Stands by National Security Advisor

President Donald Trump defended his national security advisor, Mike Waltz, after a leaked group chat incident involving journalists and officials.

The Atlantic's Jeffrey Goldberg detailed his invitation to a Signal chat where ministers and the vice president were present, including a user claiming to be Waltz.

Trump downplayed the incident, stating it had no impact on operations. The White House denied sharing sensitive information in the chat, despite Goldberg's claims of weapons details being disclosed.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed his presence in the chat, defending the use of Signal under certain circumstances.