Along with him, his deputy Alex Wong is leaving his post. On air, the anchor noted that Waltz was at the center of a scandal after he invited the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine to a secret Signal chat.
CNN previously reported that Trump’s special envoy Steve Whitkoff, who is in charge of a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine, could take Waltz’s place. Waltz is a real estate developer and old friend of Donald Trump.
Author of the article
Military expert and journalist
It is interesting to see how political appointments continue to be influenced by personal connections and business backgrounds rather than solely by diplomatic experience. The mention of a secret Signal chat with a prominent media figure raises questions about transparency and the dynamics within the administration. If Steve Whitkoff, who is responsible for peace efforts in Ukraine, takes over, it may indicate a shift toward more specialized diplomatic engagement. However, the transition also highlights the ongoing challenges in selecting representatives who balance political loyalty with effective conflict resolution skills.