After Signalgate, Trump's security adviser Mike Waltz used personal Gmail for 'sensitive' military discussions: Reports

National Security Adviser Michael Waltz is facing scrutiny after reports revealed he used his personal Gmail account for discussions involving sensitive military operations. This comes on the heels of another blunder, where Waltz mistakenly added a journalist to a Signal chat discussing a military strike in Yemen.

According to The Washington Post, emails reviewed by the publication show Waltz and a senior aide exchanged information about military positions and advanced weapons systems via Gmail. While other officials on the email threads used government-issued accounts, Waltz reportedly continued to rely on his personal email for work-related communication.

White House National Security Council (NSC) spokesperson Brian Hughes defended Waltz, stating, “He didn’t and wouldn’t send classified information on an open account.” However, he acknowledged that legacy contacts occasionally sent work-related information to Waltz’s Gmail.

What the Emails Reveal

The Post report suggests that Waltz’s Gmail account received not only highly technical military discussions but also logistical details, such as his schedule and work documents. These, while not classified, could be exploited by adversaries to track high-level movements and decision-making processes.

The emails also raise questions about internal communication practices within the Trump administration. The NSC instructs staff to use only secure platforms for classified information, yet Waltz’s apparent reliance on personal email raises concerns about compliance with cybersecurity protocols.

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The Signal Chat Incident

This Gmail controversy follows another security lapse involving Waltz. In January, he inadvertently invited The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey