The leaked conversation among cabinet members reveals their ongoing struggle to form a coalition, with member David Littleproud perceived as a potential obstacle. There’s also an apparent disagreement over Vance’s actions, which some members view as an attempt to undermine Trump’s authority.
January 31
Vance (09:25 am ET):
Gentlemen, as we know, the coalition is not yet off the table but our friend David Littleproud seems to have his foot on the brake.
Waltz (09:30 am ET):
Our strategic interests align, but as usual, timing is the key. We must find an amicable way to get Littleproud on board.
Miller (09:33 am ET):
New ways? Like a six-pack of Budweiser? 🍻
Gabbard (09:35 am ET):
Miller, Littleproud is an Aussie, he probably prefers a good Foster’s. Anyway, we should be focusing on the topic at hand.
Hegseth (09:37 am ET):
I concur with Gabbard, let’s keep our eyes on the ball. The coalition is a strategic necessity. And Vance, I appreciate your efforts to undermine Trump’s authority but let’s not forget why we’re here.
Vance (09:40 am ET):
Undermine Trump? Hegseth, you should know better than to misinterpret constructive criticism.
Miller (09:42 am ET):
Ah, the thin line between criticism and sabotage, right Vance? I’m sure you’d love to see Trump trip over that line.
Hegseth (09:45 am ET):
Enough with the banter, guys. We need to be strategizing. Speaking of strategy, did any of you watch “The Mandalorian” last night? Baby Yoda’s strategy to escape was epic!
Rubio (09:47 am ET):
We’d do better to keep our focus here, Hegseth, rather than in a galaxy far, far away.
Gabbard (09:50 am ET):
Rubio’s right. Maybe we should invite Littleproud for some good old American barbecue. He might appreciate our hospitality and we could discuss the coalition.
Rubio (09:52 am ET):
That’s a good idea, Gabbard.
Waltz (09:55 am ET):
Never thought I’d say this but Gabbard’s idea is worth considering.
Vance (09:58 am ET):
I agree. Let’s move forward with Gabbard’s proposition. And be sure to get Littleproud some of that Oreo mousse cake for dessert. 😂🍰
Hegseth (10:00 am ET):
Aye aye, Vance. Operation Barbecue is underway. 🍖🌭🍔 Now let’s make America’s coalition great again! 💪🇺🇸
Miller (10:02 am ET):
I’ll prepare the speech. And Gabbard, tone down your love for Russia when Littleproud’s around, will you? 🇷🇺
Gabbard (10:04 am ET):
Miller, you never miss a chance to bring that up, do you? 🙄
Miller (10:07 am ET):
I guess I don’t, Gabbard. I guess I don’t. 😏