The Internet Fires Back: “You’re the Last One Who Should Talk About Classified Info”
Hillary Clinton faced a wave of backlash Monday after she criticized Trump administration officials for mistakenly adding a journalist to a private Signal group discussing classified military operations in Yemen.
“You have got to be kidding me,” Clinton posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, accompanied by a wide-eyed emoji.
Her post was in response to a bombshell report from The Atlantic revealing that the magazine’s editor, Jeffrey Goldberg, was accidentally included in a private message chain involving top-level Trump officials. The group reportedly discussed upcoming airstrikes on Houthi terrorists.
The secure message chain included Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz. Goldberg was mistakenly added on March 11. The military strikes occurred just four days later.
Clinton’s Reaction Sparks Fierce Conservative Pushback
Social media users were quick to remind Clinton of her own well-documented national security scandal — the one involving a private, unsecured email server used during her time as Secretary of State under President Obama.
“She should not be talking,” wrote Kyle Adams, a former Republican strategist.
“Sit this one out,” added conservative influencer Gunther Eagleman, echoing the frustration of many Americans.
“I’m old enough to remember when you stored classified emails in your basement,” tweeted Michael J. Morrison of the New York Young Republicans.
Hillary Clinton’s Email Scandal: A Flashback That Still Stings
During her 2016 presidential campaign, Clinton came under heavy scrutiny for setting up a private email server to conduct official government business. That server was later found to contain highly classified information, including documents marked Top Secret/Special Access Program.
A lengthy FBI investigation uncovered:
- 113 classified emails
- 52 separate email chains
- 7 chains with Top Secret-level content
Despite these findings, then-FBI Director James Comey recommended no criminal charges, though he did label Clinton’s actions as “extremely careless.”
Comey’s statement at the time highlighted a disturbing double standard in Washington:
“Although we did not find clear evidence that Secretary Clinton intended to violate the law, there is evidence of extremely careless handling of classified information.”
A Double Standard That Still Infuriates Voters
For many Americans—especially those who remember the details of the email scandal—it’s infuriating to watch Clinton criticize others for mishandling national security matters.
“She had her chance to lead, and she blew it,” said one user. “This is just another example of Washington hypocrisy.”
Conservative voters continue to view the Clinton saga as a prime example of elite privilege—and a reminder of why strong leadership and accountability are needed now more than ever.