Pentagon Will Review Pete Hegseth’s Signal Use

The Pentagon has announced that it will be conducting a review of Fox News host Pete Hegseth’s use of the encrypted messaging app Signal while he was serving as a senior official in the Trump administration.

Hegseth, who was a former Army officer and served as the senior director of strategic communications in the National Security Council, has come under scrutiny for his use of Signal to communicate with other officials and journalists. Signal is known for its end-to-end encryption, which makes it difficult for outside parties to intercept or access messages.

The Pentagon’s decision to review Hegseth’s use of Signal comes amid growing concerns about the security risks posed by the use of encrypted messaging apps by government officials. While these apps can provide a level of privacy and security for sensitive communications, they can also make it difficult for government agencies to monitor and track potentially classified information.

In a statement, the Pentagon said that it takes the security of its communications systems very seriously and that it will be conducting a thorough review of Hegseth’s use of Signal to ensure that proper protocols were followed. The review will also examine whether any classified information was potentially compromised as a result of Hegseth’s use of the app.

Hegseth has defended his use of Signal, saying that he used the app to communicate with journalists and other officials in a secure and efficient manner. He has also denied any wrongdoing or breach of protocol in his use of the app.

It remains to be seen what the outcome of the Pentagon’s review will be and whether any disciplinary action will be taken against Hegseth. In the meantime, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of following proper security protocols when it comes to the handling of sensitive and classified information, especially in a government setting.