In brief
The FBI has launched an investigation into an effort that allegedly involved the impersonation of Susie Wiles, a close advisor to former President Donald Trump, in an attempt to access her personal cellphone. Sources indicate that Wiles suspected her phone had been hacked after messages were sent to various top officials from her contacts, prompting concerns when some recipients were asked to switch their conversation to platforms like Telegram. The exact timeline of the messages remains unclear. The incident has raised cybersecurity alarms, particularly as Wiles is known for her previous work leading Trump's re-election campaign and was involved in a past incident concerning cyber threats from foreign actors. The White House has emphasized the seriousness of the matter, confirming that the investigation is ongoing.
