Pete Hegseth's initial 100 days as defense secretary have been tumultuous, characterized by serious missteps including leaking sensitive U.S. war plans against Houthi militants and holding improper meetings with family members. Following scandalous allegations and a narrowly secured Senate confirmation, Hegseth's management style has raised red flags, culminating in a wave of firings and resignations among top officials associated with him. Reports indicate that sensitive military information was improperly disseminated in unsecured communications, further questioning his judgment and capability in a pivotal role.
Hegseth has distinguished himself from his predecessors in a number of notably not-great ways including leaking sensitive war plans and inappropriate meetings.
The former Fox News host accidentally leaked U.S. war plans against Houthi militants to Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg in an unsecured Signal group chat.
Hegseth's chief of staff resigned amidst management chaos, adding to a series of damaging stories that surrounded his first 100 days as defense secretary.
The New York Times reports that Hegseth also shared sensitive military strike information in a second Signal chat with family and friends, raising concerns.
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