Trump on Signal Leak: 'Sleazebag' Journalist, 'Not Classified Information'

Trump's Defense of Michael Waltz

• 🎯 President Trump defended Congressman Michael Waltz regarding a Signal leak, stating that "nothing happened" and the attack was successful.
• 💡 Trump asserted that the information shared was "not classified information," suggesting the situation would be different if it were.
• ⚠️ He emphasized the need to learn from every experience, even when dealing with imperfect equipment and technology.

Criticism of the Journalist

• 🗣️ Trump described the journalist mistakenly added to the Signal chat as a "sleazebag".
• 🤥 He accused the journalist of making up stories and being "basically bad for the country."
• 🚫 Trump believes Waltz should not apologize, as he is doing his best.

Broader Media Criticism

• 📰 Trump suggested that many journalists in Washington have gained prominence by fabricating lies about his presidency, citing the "Russia hoax" and false claims about Gold Star families.
• 🔍 He stated he has never met or communicated with the journalist in question.
• ❓ An investigation is underway into how the journalist gained access to the room.
• 🌍 Trump concluded by saying the world "owes President Trump a favor."