SignalGate Scandal: Trump’s Texts Leaked, Blame Game Ensues

In a significant political development, texts from former President Donald Trump's Signal app conversations have been leaked, sparking what is now being called the 'SignalGate' scandal. The leaked messages, which surfaced on March 28, 2025, involve discussions with Fox News host Pete Hegseth and Representative Michael Waltz, among others, and touch on sensitive topics including the Houthi situation in Yemen.

The leak has led to a flurry of accusations and a blame game within political circles. Hillary Clinton has publicly commented on the matter, suggesting that the breach could have serious implications for national security. The texts reveal insights into Trump's thoughts on various geopolitical issues, raising concerns about the security of encrypted messaging platforms like Signal.

Opinion pieces in major publications like The New York Times and U.S. News & World Report have dissected the potential ramifications of the leak, with some suggesting it could impact Trump's political future. Politico has reported on the internal finger-pointing among Trump's allies, trying to identify the source of the leak.

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What was on Signal Chat?

Washington — The Signal group chat that conveyed details of the timing and weapons descriptions of a planned attack against the Houthis in Yemen included the names or initials of 18 Trump officials and, of course, Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg, who published his account of the messages.

What is a signal group chat?

Signal is an encrypted service for text messaging, but it can also handle phone and video calls, making it a versatile app for talking on a secure channel with others. Up to 1,000 people can join a group chat, and messages can be set to disappear after a period of time.

Who is Mike Waltz Trump?

In 2010, Waltz helped found the analytics and training company Metis Solutions. It was bought in November 2020 by Pacific Architects and Engineers for $92 million. Upon becoming the national security advisor under President Donald Trump, Waltz retired from the Army reserve at the rank of colonel.

When was the Signal chat?

Judge James E. Boasberg ordered the government to preserve all records in the chat, which took place from March 11 to 15. He made clear that he was issuing his order to be sure that no Signal messages were lost, not because he had determined whether administration officials had done anything wrong.