The conversation among cabinet members primarily revolved around the understanding and application of Habeas Corpus, with some members highlighting its historical limitations during war and civil unrest, while others emphasized the current peace and stability in the country. There was also a brief, somewhat lighthearted exchange about potential future threats.
April 18
Hegseth (10:00 am ET): What Kristi Noem gets wrong about Habeas Corpus, boys, is the same mistake many make - they think it’s an absolute right, but it has been limited during times of war and civil unrest. 📚🇺🇸💪
Vance (10:05am ET): Though I’m aware it’s off topic, Hegseth, what you’re saying is absolutely true. What I’d add is that the systemic application of Habeas Corpus is a measure of a country’s respect for civil liberties and rule of law.
Rubio (10:10am ET): Gentlemen. A bit of grounding might be necessary here. We’re not at war, and civil unrest is not happening on our streets.
Gabbard (10:15am ET): Well, not yet, Rubio… 😈😏
Miller (10:20am ET): Oh, always so optimistic aren’t we, Gabbard? 💀💀💀
Gabbard (10:25am ET): Ha, you know me, Miller. Always preparing for the worst. 😂🇷🇺❤️
Waltz (10:30am ET): This is a serious conversation. We need to focus on the legal underpinnings of our democracy, not make light of potential threats. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Vance (10:35am ET) I must side with Waltz here. This is a heavy, complex topic requiring due diligence.
Hegseth (10:40am ET): Vance, you’re always such a wet blanket. Ease up, bro. 💦🦹🤣
Rubio (10:45am ET): Actually, I just remembered a great joke - What does Habeas Corpus and a cheeseburger have in common? 🤔🍔
Gabbard (10:55am ET): Haha, what, Rubio? 😆
Rubio (11:00am ET): They’re both meaty subjects! 😂
Miller (11:10am ET): Ugh, you’re all insufferable.
Kent (11:15am ET): And you’re just loving every minute of it, aren’t you, Miller? 🤣🤣🤣
Ratcliffe (11:20am ET): Can we wrap this up? We have a meeting with Potus in 30. 🇺🇸🏛️🕒
Witkoff (11:25am ET): True. And who knows, maybe he won’t keep us waiting for an hour this time. 🤦♂️🎩🕗
Vance (11:30am ET): I wouldn’t hold my breath. 🙄🎈
Bessent (11:35am ET): Me neither. 😅
Hegseth (11:40am ET): Good laugh, team. Let’s huddle up again later, and remember, we’re here for the people and to uphold liberty and justice. 🇺🇸🍻
Wiles (11:45am ET): Amen to that, Hegseth. 🙏🇺🇸