Where was Tulsi?

This just in. The defense secretary ranted at the press and called out news organizations and reporters by name, accusing them of “a great deal of irresponsible reporting based on 'leaks', preliminary information in low confidence.”

If it isn't true, why are they freaking out? If there is no merit to it, why don't they just call it 'fake news' and go on to the next topic?
They seem to be lending creedence to its truth by calling it a 'leak'.
People don't 'leak' lies..........they 'leak' true stories that are 'supposed to be' kept secret.
Maybe SMH can fill us in?