Pentagon’s Darin Selnick Suspended Amid Investigation of Unauthorized Classified Info Leak

Darin Selnick, the Pentagon’s deputy chief of staff, has been suspended amid an investigation into leaks within the department, following the Signal group chat scandal. This significant move comes as Dan Caldwell, a senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has also been placed on administrative leave, indicating a serious inquiry into potential unauthorized disclosures of sensitive information.

Caldwell was seen being escorted out of the Pentagon, raising questions about his involvement in the investigation, which has been described as ongoing without revealing specific details. Notably, Selnick, a trusted ally of Hegseth from the Trump administration, was reported to have been removed from his position on the same day as Caldwell.

The investigation stems from a memo issued on March 21 by Hegseth’s chief of staff, directing a probe into reports of leaks concerning national security plans. The memo alluded to possible criminal prosecution for anyone found responsible for these disclosures. It follows broader concerns raised by President Donald Trump about leakers within his administration, a matter he has vocally condemned.

Caldwell’s prior role involved him as a key contact for crucial military operations discussed in a now-infamous chat group, which included high-profile national security officials. The implications of this investigation are profound, especially in a climate where transparency and security within government ranks are paramount. The outcome of this inquiry could significantly impact those involved and the administration as a whole.