National Security Advisor Mike Waltz has publicly acknowledged his role in the recent Signal group chat leak that exposed internal communications tied to national security discussions. In a brief statement, Waltz accepted full responsibility for the breach, calling it “embarrassing” and pledging to ensure that such lapses do not occur again under his watch.
The leak, which revealed portions of encrypted group messages involving senior officials, sparked immediate concern over the security of sensitive information and the protocols surrounding digital communications at the highest levels of government.
Waltz clarified that while no classified intelligence was shared in the messages, the nature of the conversations involved key figures discussing strategy and coordination, making the exposure particularly damaging from a credibility standpoint.
He emphasized that steps are already being taken to review and tighten communication protocols within national security teams. According to sources close to the administration, internal audits of messaging practices are now underway, and new guidelines are expected to be implemented across departments.
The breach has drawn criticism from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, with some demanding increased oversight of how encrypted platforms are used by officials involved in sensitive operations. Waltz responded by stating he welcomes any review and is committed to full transparency as corrective measures are put in place.
Despite the controversy, President Donald Trump has continued to express confidence in Waltz, stating earlier this week that the advisor had “learned a lesson” and was “doing his best” under challenging conditions.
The fallout from the leak remains ongoing, with additional internal reviews expected to determine whether further accountability or disciplinary actions will be necessary.