Security Woes: Defense Secretary Hegseth’s Use of Personal Phone for Signal Chats

(CNN) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly discussed detailed plans for military operations against the Houthis in Yemen via a second Signal group chat on his personal phone, including his wife and close associates. Concerns regarding Hegseth’s judgment have emerged following his recent dismissals of key staff. As chaos continues at the Pentagon, former advisors highlight issues with operational security and internal dysfunction, impacting leadership perception amid critical military engagements. Hegseth has not publicly addressed these developments. The New York Times first reported the second Signal chat.