Tim Walz mocked for edgy one-liner on Mike Waltz’s WH exit after Signal scandal: 'Can you leave too'

WASHINGTON, DC: Tim Walz kept it short and sharp when responding to Mike Waltz’s resignation as Donald Trump’s National Security Advisor. 

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is stepping down amid growing fallout from a Signal messaging mishap that reportedly exposed sensitive military discussions. 

According to Fox News, Waltz and his deputy, Alex Wong, were forced out alongside other members of the National Security Council, marking a major shake-up in Donald Trump's national security team just 100 days into his second term.

The controversy erupted last month when Waltz mistakenly included The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, in a group chat discussing a classified military strike on the Houthis. The chat, which also featured key defense figures like Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, was meant to be confidential. Waltz accepted blame at the time, saying, “I built the group.”

Tim Walz mocks Mike Waltz's resignation with one-liner after Signal chat scandal

Tim Walz, who served as Kamala Harris’ running mate during her unsuccessful 2024 campaign, didn’t hold back on social media. “Mike Waltz has left the chat,” the Minnesota governor quipped on X, referencing the scandal with a pointed dig.

His remark quickly gained traction online, serving as both political shade and commentary on the growing dysfunction inside the Trump administration.

Further fueling speculation, conservative commentator Laura Loomer also weighed in, claiming the resignations were less than voluntary: “National Security Advisor Mike Waltz @MikeWaltz47 along with his Chinese deputy NSC Advisor Alex Wong have ‘resigned’ from the Trump admin today,” she posted.

Internet loses over Tim Walz's reaction to Mike Waltz’s White House exit

A social media frenzy erupted after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz weighed in on Rep Mike Waltz’s sudden departure from the White House, and the internet had a field day. While the two aren't related, their similar names sparked confusion, mockery, and a steady stream of sarcastic commentary online.

One user quipped, “He’s your brother so I don’t know why you’re tweeting this,” while another admitted, “At first when I read ‘Waltz resigned’ I read it as ‘Walz resigned.’ Shame.”

Some used the opportunity to throw jabs at Tim Walz’s political standing, “You know what’s funny, Mike Waltz was closer to be President than Tim Walz ever was or ever will be.”

Others leaned into the meme energy, “You left the chat in November,” and “Tim Walz never entered.”

Another joked, “Says a guy who’s never been in the chat.” One followed by a viral punchline, “He came in typing ‘MAGA forever’ and left like a ghosted intern.”

Another added, "Can you leave too? You lost an embarrassing election."

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