Pentagon Security Breach: Defense Secretary's Unsecured Signal Connection

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of a personal computer with a direct, unsecured internet connection in his Pentagon office to access the Signal messaging app has raised serious security concerns. Despite access to secure communication systems like the Crisis Management System (CMS) and the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN), Hegseth bypassed these protocols for easier communication with the White House and other Trump officials using Signal. This move highlights the potential risks associated with high-ranking officials prioritizing personal communication preferences over established security measures, undermining the Pentagon's robust security infrastructure.