Messaging app WhatsApp has been banned on congressional staffers' government devices, the House's chief administrative officer confirmed Monday.

"Protecting the People's House is our topmost priority, and we are always monitoring and analyzing for potential cybersecurity risks that could endanger the data of House Members and staff," Chief Administrative Officer Catherine Szpindor said in a statement shared with The Hill.

"We routinely review the list of House-authorized apps and will amend the list as deemed appropriate," she added.

Staffers were notified Monday via email,

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