Signal Slack: Insider Details Spark Uproar in Trump's Oval Office

The Trump administration faces backlash after sensitive attack plans on Yemen's Houthis were mistakenly shared via the Signal app. While officials claim no classified information was revealed, the debate over what constitutes 'war plans' intensifies. Democrats demand the resignation of national security officials involved.

The Trump administration is under intense scrutiny after it was revealed that top national security officials mistakenly included a journalist in a Signal messaging chain that discussed sensitive attack plans against Yemen's Houthis. Despite the White House's insistence on the non-classified nature of the content, the decision is contested by critics.

During an appearance in the Oval Office, President Trump labeled the growing controversy a 'witch hunt' and defended his national security team's methods. The administration has maintained that no classified 'war plans' were disclosed, yet Democratic lawmakers remain skeptical and critical.

The repercussions have prompted Senate calls for an inspector general investigation into the use of Signal for sensitive communications. Republicans and Democrats alike emphasize the need for a more secure handling of high-stakes operational discussions to avoid further breaches or misunderstandings.

(With inputs from agencies.)