Breaking news: Pete Hegseth disclosed war plans in group chat with journalist

It was an extraordinary breach of U.S. national security intelligence.

View in browser March 24, 2025, 4:31 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times White House Inner Circle Discussed Secret Military Plans in Extraordinary Breach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed war plans in a group chat that included a journalist hours before U.S. troops launched attacks in Yemen. Follow live updates More coverage Analysis: President Trump's moves on Greenland appear to be backfiring. → A Trump-friendly crowd showed its love — but not for Elon Musk. → Robert F. Kennedy Jr. instructed an anti-vaccine group he founded to remove a fake C.D.C. page. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018