Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth installed the Signal messaging app on his Pentagon office desktop to improve communication amid poor cellphone service, according to The Washington Post. Hegseth’s use of Signal has led to public scrutiny. Former defense officials noted that the defense leader reportedly shared sensitive military operation details regarding Yemen in a Signal group that included his family.
The Pentagon faces calls for an investigation into Hegseth’s communication methods. The administration dismissed several aides following claims of leaks and internal strife, according to various sources.
Numerous lawmakers have pressured Hegseth to resign due to the scrutiny over his conduct and management of the Pentagon.
