MSNBC hosts were left stunned when new screenshots from a secretive chatroom revealed sensitive military plans just moments before an attack. The leaked messages have caused serious concern about national security and the potential risks to American lives.
The shocking images, published by The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg, show Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlining a detailed attack plan on the Houthi rebels. The messages were sent shortly before the strike, exposing information that experts say could have compromised the mission.
During an appearance on Morning Joe, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) joined to discuss the leak and its implications. As he analyzed the messages, the gravity of the situation became clear. Co-host Jonathan Lemire read excerpts from the leaked chat, including one message from Hegseth that stated, “1415 strike drones on target,” and described when the first bombs would drop, pending earlier trigger-based targets.
“Good Lord!” could be heard from off-screen as Joe Scarborough reacted in shock. Co-host Mika Brzezinski was also heard gasping in disbelief.
Sen. Warner weighed in, emphasizing the security risks, saying, “The old Russian KGB would give their arm and a leg to try to get that information in real-time.” The leaked chat has raised serious concerns about how easily sensitive military details can be exposed in today’s digital age.
The incident has sparked outrage, with many questioning how such critical information was allowed to leak and the potential consequences it could have had for the mission and the safety of U.S. personnel.
You can watch the full exchange below from MSNBC:
