John, I can’t stay silent about this.
News just broke that the United States Secretary of Defense and former Fox News host, Pete Hegseth, leaked classified military intelligence about a U.S. bombing operation before it even happened to a reporter at the Atlantic.
This isn’t just reckless — it’s a direct threat to our national security and puts American lives at risk. Pete Hegseth has made it crystal clear that he is unfit to serve as our Defense Secretary and must resign immediately.
As a former Army Colonel and national security official, I know firsthand how critical it is to protect classified intelligence. Lives depend on it.
And this? This is a catastrophic mistake. These actions compromise the safety of every service member and endanger our ability to carry out covert operations. Sending classified information in writing over unsecure channels and to individuals without security clearance is a careless and irresponsible way to endanger our military operations, personnel, and the American people.
This is a security failure, and the administration is at fault.
When I came forward as a whistleblower, I did so knowing the risks. I knew Trump would come after me. But I also knew that staying silent wasn’t an option. Now, I refuse to stay silent while Trump’s Secretary of Defense puts lives in danger.
Hegseth’s reckless actions have consequences, and he must be held accountable.
Add your name to demand that Pete Hegseth resign now.
Thank you for standing with me,
Eugene Vindman
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