Jake Tapper

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Score 156

"Although the Secretary wrote in his July 25 statement to the DoD OIG that 'there were no details that would endanger our troops or the mission,' if this information had fallen into the hands of U.S. adversaries,... 2/

12/6/2025, 2:43:38 PM

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Jake Tapper 🦅

@jaketapper

Rep Bacon is correct. The report is quite clear: "The Secretary sent information identifying the quantity and strike times of manned U.S. aircraft over hostile territory over an unapproved, unsecure network approximately 2 to 4 hours before the execution of those strikes... 1/

Rep. Don Bacon 🇺🇸✈️🏍️⭐️🎖️

@RepDonBacon

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Saying the IG report totally exonerates SECDEF is total baloney. I read the report which shows he released sensitive information on an unclassified phone, a prime target for Russia & China. If that info reached Yemen it could have compromised the mission & put our pilots at risk.

The statement is part of a public discourse concerning the handling of sensitive military information by a high-ranking official. It critiques the actions of the Secretary of Defense, suggesting potential risks to national security and military personnel. The tone is critical and raises concerns about the security implications of the Secretary's actions.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement aims to highlight potential harm caused by the release of sensitive information, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm. [+1]
Principle 2:
I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
It respects privacy by focusing on the actions of a public official rather than personal attacks, adhering to the principle of respecting privacy and dignity. [+1]
Principle 4:
I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
The statement engages in constructive criticism by addressing the actions and their implications rather than attacking the individual, aligning with the principle of engaging in constructive dialogue. [+1]