Mike Waltz Fired by Trump, Hired by Jeffrey Goldberg at The Atlantic

Mike Waltz, the former National Security Adviser, has resigned from his post in the Trump administration following a series of high-profile missteps, most notably the accidental inclusion of The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, in a sensitive Signal group chat discussing U.S. military plans.

The blunder, which exposed discussions about strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, drew widespread criticism from Democrats for what they called reckless handling of national security.

Waltz, undeterred by the controversy, announced he will now pursue a career in journalism, joining the very outlet that broke the story of his gaffe.

The Signal chat incident, which unfolded when Waltz mistakenly added Goldberg to a group that included top officials like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Vice President JD Vance, became an immediate talking point for Democrat-controlled media.

House committee leaders demanded Waltz’s resignation, citing the use of a commercial messaging app as evidence of incompetence. Waltz, a former Florida congressman, defended his actions, insisting the information shared was not classified, but the damage was done.

“I’m excited to turn the page and bring my expertise to The Atlantic,” Waltz said in a statement. “I’ve always admired their commitment to narrative-driven reporting, and I look forward to leveraging my relationships in Washington and contributing my unique perspective.”

The move has left some speculating that Waltz’s pivot to journalism is an attempt to rewrite his own narrative. Critics point to his team’s extensive use of Signal for coordinating on issues like Ukraine and Gaza as further proof of a cavalier approach to security.

Democratic leaders, meanwhile, have seized on the resignation to highlight what they see as systemic flaws in the administration.

“This is what happens when you prioritize loyalty over competence,” said Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Mark Warner. “The American people deserve better than group chats gone wild.”

Waltz’s new role at The Atlantic has already sparked debate within media circles. Sources close to the magazine say he will focus on long-form pieces exploring national security from an insider’s perspective.

“Mike brings a wealth of experience and a knack for making headlines,” said Jeffrey Goldberg, who has welcomed his former accidental contact to the team. “We’re thrilled to have him aboard, especially since he already knows how to get our attention.”

The resignation comes amid broader turmoil within the National Security Council, where several aides were recently dismissed. Some attribute the shake-up to fallout from the Signal scandal, while others suggest internal power struggles are at play.

Waltz, for his part, is framing his departure as a natural transition. “Journalism is about telling the truth, and I’ve got plenty of stories to share,” he told reporters outside the White House. “Plus, I’m pretty good at group chats.”

Democrats, however, are not letting the issue rest. Former White House adviser Susan Rice called the Signal incident a national security debacle of unprecedented proportions, urging Congress to investigate further.

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