"Waltz's national security role is instrumental during Trump's second term; however, his secrecy breach regarding military operations on Signal led to his resignation."
"The involvement of journalist Jeffrey Goldberg in a private government text chain about sensitive military operations prompted significant scrutiny of Waltz's judgment."
National security adviser Mike Waltz is leaving the Trump administration amid controversy over a private text chain that included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg. This incident revealed sensitive planning details about a military operation against Houthi militants in Yemen, leading to intense scrutiny of his actions. With Waltz's departure, which reflects Trump's shifting personnel dynamics, the administration faces increasing pressure from far-right factions, notably from Laura Loomer, who calls for greater loyalty to Trump's agenda. Waltz's exit marks a significant personnel change in Trump's second term as he seeks to stabilize the administration.
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