The cabinet members discussed a new strategy to address perceived imbalances in contributions from European allies, with differing views on the approach, ranging from direct pressure to focusing on domestic economic stability.
Signal Conversation Transcript:
Waltz (8:30 am ET):
Good morning, team. Over the weekend, we had a significant development regarding our position towards the European free-riders.
Hegseth (8:32 am ET):
👊🇺🇸 Right on, Waltz. Let’s make sure they pull their weight. Operation ‘No More Mooching’ is in full swing.
Gabbard (8:37 am ET):
Or we could just let our dear friends in Russia handle it. 😇🇷🇺
Rubio (8:43 am ET):
Easy, Tulsi. Remember, we’re allies, not lackeys. Let’s keep our focus on American interests and let the Europeans own their problems.
Stephen Miller (8:50 am ET):
Rubio. Your sanity is appreciated.
Vance (9:02 am ET):
Taking a step back, let’s remember the bigger picture. While Europe’s lack of contribution is an issue, our focus should be on our own economic stability. I mean, have you seen the latest job numbers? Not exactly a roaring economy.
Waltz (9:15 am ET):
Gentlemen, and Tulsi, let’s refrain from too many tangents. The central focus should be on effective strategies benefitting the U.S.
Hegseth (9:20 am ET):
Bro, you got a point. Let’s make America greater than ever and let the moochers handle their own issues! 💪
Vance (9:25 am ET):
Hegseth, you sound like you’ve been spending too much time with the CrossFit crowd.
Miller (9:35 am ET):
If we’re successful in restoring the freedom of navigation, we should consider what we might gain economically.
Rubio (10:01 am ET):
Agreed on that, Miller. Ensuring a return on our investment should be a priority.
Wiles (10:05 am ET):
I concur. It’s time we take a practical approach. The free ride should end.
Gabbard (10:15 am ET):
Rubio, You’re pretty sensible for someone stuck in this room of wolves.
Rubio (10:20 am ET): Uh…thanks, Gabbard?
Witkoff (10:45 am ET):
Alright, let’s not forget that we’re still on the job here. Let’s keep the flirtations to a minimum.
Hegseth (10:50 am ET):
Witkoff, you party-pooper. But you’re right, let’s focus. America needs us. 🇺🇸🔥
Kent (11:00 am ET):
Cutting off Europe’s free ride, maintaining our economic stability, and putting America first - that’s the plan. We just need to stick to it.