John Bolton on Mike Waltz's UN Nomination and Signal Scandal

Mike Waltz's Departure and UN Nomination

• 📌 Mike Waltz is leaving his position as National Security Adviser and has been nominated to be the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.
• 💡 John Bolton suggests that Waltz's confirmation hearing will be dominated by the "Signal gate" controversy and his handling of classified information.
• ⚠️ Bolton believes the leak about Waltz's fate may have prompted the UN job nomination, calling it an unusual move.

Marco Rubio's Dual Role

• 🎯 Marco Rubio is temporarily serving as both Secretary of State and National Security Adviser.
• ⏳ Bolton notes this dual role is uncommon and unlikely to be sustained, citing historical precedents like Kissinger's temporary arrangement during a constitutional crisis.
• 📉 Bolton views Rubio holding both positions as a negative sign for the Trump administration.

The Signal App Controversy

• 📱 A Reuters photographer captured Waltz using the Signal app at a cabinet meeting shortly before his ouster.
• 🔒 Bolton emphasizes that classified information should only be communicated over secure government channels, not private encrypted apps like Signal.
• 🚨 He states there is no reason to use Signal for such communications due to the inherent risks.

Bolton's Relationship with Waltz

• 🚫 Ambassador Bolton confirmed that Mike Waltz has never reached out to him for advice.
• 🤔 Bolton humorously suggested it might have been fortunate for Waltz that he didn't call him during his time in the Trump administration.