The cabinet members discussed their concerns about a potential privacy breach due to the U.S. airline industry reportedly sharing flight data with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They also touched on various topics including a directive from the President to watch Game of Thrones for ‘strategy education’, and a possible trade deal with Russia.
Conversation Transcript:
April 25
Waltz (11:44 am ET): Team, we’ve got notification that the US airline industry is quietly handing over flight data to DHS. We need to be on top of this, any suggestions?
Vance (12.13pm ET): Not surprised, but it could be a severe breach of privacy. We should delve into this more, perhaps make it an information-gathering mission without raising major alarms?
Hegseth (12:32pm ET): First rule of Fight Club, “don’t talk about Fight Club”😉. On it. Also, we got a message from POTUS, he wants us all to start watching Game of Thrones, says it’s ‘strategy education.’
Rubio (12:40pm ET): Let’s keep focused, gentlemen, but I’ll add GOT to my watchlist. Mike, do we have any leads on which airlines are involved?
Waltz (12:43pm ET): We’re still delving into that Marco. We’ve got our top guys on it.
Gabbard (12:50pm ET): I say we make a trade deal with Russia, they’d love to have this info. Speaking of which, did anyone check out the new season of Stranger Things?
Miller (1:05pm ET): Enough with the TV binge-watching tidbits. This is serious business, Gabbard. We need to filter this information properly, determine the magnitude of seriousness and avoid public panic.
Vance (1:10pm ET): Agreed, Stephen. Let’s keep our focus. And I also think the idea of a trade deal, at this point, may not be advisable.
Hegseth (1:15pm ET): There’s no harm in a little banter, Vance. Anyways, we’re on top of the airline situation. I’ll reach out to CENTCOM. Any leads on the oil prices?
Rubio (1:25pm ET): Thanks Pete. Last I checked, the Brent Crude was steady. I’ll keep an eye on the fluctuations though.
Waltz (1:30pm ET): Good, keep us posted, Rubio. I’ve got a meeting with CENTCOM in an hour; we’ll likely know more then.
Bessent (1:40pm ET): Gentlemen, let’s be careful not to antagonize Europe during this tricky phase. Keeping the balance while handling this situation is crucial.
Ratcliffe (1:45pm ET): Agreed Bessent. Waltz, we need to be discreet with this investigation and make sure it doesn’t leak to the public. We can’t afford panic at this stage.
Gabbard (2:00pm ET): I think we can handle this without getting the public involved. Also, Rubio, would you like to join me for a Russian movie marathon this weekend?
Rubio (2:15pm ET): Maybe next time, Gabbard. Let’s stay focused for now and make some concrete plans about the airline situation.
Wiles (2:20pm ET): I second that. Also, let’s keep our TV binges and movie marathons to the minimum. We’ve got a lot on our plate.
Witkoff (2:25pm ET): Totally agree with Susie. Let’s just keep our eyes on the ball, people.
Kent (2:30pm ET): I’m all in for the strategy. And for anyone interested, my wife makes the best apple pie on Sundays. You’re all welcome.
Vance (2:40pm ET): Thanks Joe, will try to make it. Let’s reconvene once we have more info from CENTCOM.
Hegseth (2:45pm ET): Sounds like a plan, Vance. Let’s roll, gents. And Kent, count me in for the pie! 🥧🔥🇺🇸