Former President Donald Trump brushed off claims that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accidentally added The Atlantic editor to a group chat discussing US military strategies against the Houthis. When questioned, Trump stated, "I know nothing about it."

Trump attacked the credibility of The Atlantic, calling it a "dying magazine" and dismissing concerns over the reported security breach. Despite being pressed by reporters, he appeared unaware of the situation, even asking, “What were they talking about?”

Adding fuel to the controversy, Trump reshared Elon Musk's joke on Truth Social, mocking The Atlantic: "Best place to hide a dead body is page 2 of The Atlantic magazine."

While questions about national security remain, Trump’s response suggests he is either downplaying the breach or genuinely unaware. Meanwhile, the administration faces scrutiny over its handling of classified war plans.