In a recent development, President Donald Trump has firmly stated that he will not fire anyone associated with the leaked Signal chat regarding military plans for Yemen. During an interview with NBC News’ Kristen Welker, Trump emphasized, "I don’t fire people because of fake news and because of witch hunts," reiterating his support for both National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth, despite the controversies surrounding their communications.Source

The Signal group chat incident, which inadvertently included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic, has sparked significant discussions within Trump's administration. The chat revealed plans for a military strike against the Iranian-backed Houthi militia, which has left some within Trump's circle suggesting Waltz's removal due to the leak. However, Trump appears hesitant to act, concerned about how it may be perceived as yielding to media pressure.Source

Behind closed doors, Trump has consulted with various advisors about Waltz's future. Despite acknowledging the leak's potential ramifications, he expressed his reluctance to dismiss senior officials early in his second term. This approach seems influenced by past turnover during his first administration, particularly recalling the swift ousting of Michael Flynn under challenging circumstances.Source

During the interview, Trump dismissed concerns over the contents of the chat and asserted, "I've never heard conversations about firing Waltz." He has shown a consistent pattern of protecting his inner circle against external pressures that include critical media coverage.Source

While the national security issues emerge as critical discussion points, Trump also touched on unrelated matters like tariffs on foreign cars, emphasizing his belief that Americans will gravitate toward domestic automobile purchases, even if prices increase as a result.Source