Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters on Wednesday about a recent mishap involving a Signal chat group used by top officials from the Trump administration. This incident occurred when a journalist was accidentally added to the group, raising concerns about the security of sensitive communications.
Rubio made these remarks during a press conference in Jamaica alongside Prime Minister Andrew Holness. He explained that the chat group was created to help coordinate communications among officials, particularly when reaching out to foreign ministers and members of Congress. The purpose was to ensure everyone was informed about important matters.
Rubio acknowledged that the addition of a journalist to the group was a significant mistake. He emphasized that while journalists play an important role, they should not have access to such confidential discussions. He clarified that his contributions to the chat were limited to identifying his point of contact and congratulating the team on their successful operations.
Despite the leak, Rubio assured that the Pentagon confirmed no sensitive information was compromised. He stated that the operation discussed in the chat was successful and ongoing, and it did not endanger any servicemen. He also supported Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s claim that there were no war plans shared in the group.
Rubio indicated that the White House is reviewing the incident to understand how the journalist gained access to the chat. He anticipates that reforms and changes will be made to prevent similar mistakes in the future. The goal is to maintain the integrity of communications among officials while ensuring that operations remain secure.
