🇺🇸 CNN: Trump Reportedly Angered by Leak on U.S. Missile Stockpiles, Orders Investigation
U.S. President Donald Trump was reportedly deeply angered after media reports revealed concerns about declining U.S. missile stockpiles, according to CNN.
The report says Trump believes the disclosure has made the United States appear weaker at a time when his administration is attempting to maintain pressure on Iran and encourage Tehran to return to the negotiating table.
According to CNN, Trump was particularly frustrated that sensitive information regarding U.S. military capabilities had been leaked to the press. He reportedly viewed the reports as damaging to America’s strategic position and deterrence.
Rather than placing blame on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Trump is said to have directed his criticism toward those responsible for leaking the classified or sensitive information to the media.
CNN further reported that Trump has instructed the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate the leak, identify those responsible, and determine how the sensitive information became public.
The reported investigation reflects the administration’s determination to prevent future disclosures of sensitive national security information, particularly as Washington continues to navigate heightened tensions with Iran and other global security challenges.
Neither the White House nor the Department of Justice had publicly commented on the CNN report at the time of publication.