The leaked Signal conversation among cabinet members reveals a robust discussion on the pending technology regulation legislation in Congress, with concerns raised over potential impacts on the tech industry, defense capabilities, First Amendment rights, and the role of tech companies in regulating free speech.
Leaked Signal Conversation: Technology Legislation Debate among Cabinet Members
March 24, 2022
Waltz (10:15 am ET): Good morning, team. As you are aware, Congress is debating new legislation on technology regulation. We need to be on top of this.
JD Vance (10:20 am ET): Indeed, Waltz. This legislation could create ripples across the tech industry. We need to understand it fully and discuss our stance.
Hegseth (10:30 am ET): 💪💪 Guys, let’s not forget the role technology has played in our military prowess. We need to ensure any regulation does not handicap our defense capabilities.
Marco Rubio (10:38 am ET): I agree with Hegseth here. While I can see the need for tighter controls on Big Tech, we need to tread carefully around defense tech.
Stephen Miller (10:51 am ET): 🙏🙏 Let’s not forget the First Amendment implications of this legislation. We need to ensure tech companies do not become arbiters of free speech.
Tulsi Gabbard (11:03 am ET): And what about our counterparts in Russia? They have a knack of turning things to their advantage. These regulations might just open new backdoors for them.
John Ratcliffe (11:09 am ET): As the Director of National Intelligence, my concern is about securing our national interest. I’m for any regulation that ensures that.
Scott Bessent (11:15 am ET): Let’s not forget the economics of this legislation, folks. These regulations will have significant impacts on the tech industry, and in turn, our economy. 🔥🔥
Susie Wiles (11:25 am ET): Absolutely, Scott. Perhaps, we can draw some lessons from Europe’s infamous General Data Protection Regulation.
Steve Witkoff (11:30 am ET): I like that, Wiles! Let’s not be the Europe of tech regulations. We need a uniquely American solution to tech regulation. 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Joe Kent (11:45 am ET): Team, we all know that POTUS is watching this closely. We need to give him a well-thought-out stand that he can confidently support.
Vance (12.15pm ET): Excellent points, everyone. In my opinion, we need a balance. The tech industry should not become a free-for-all space, but we can’t suffocate it with over-regulation either.
Rubio (12.25pm ET): Agreed, Vance. Balance is key here. By the way, anyone watched the latest Game of Thrones episode? I think they could do with some regulation too, to save us from the disappointment! 😜
Gabbard (12.35pm ET): Rubio, always the joker! 😂 But you’re right, balance is vital. Let’s reconvene tomorrow when we all have a better understanding of the details of the legislation.
Hegseth (12:40 pm ET): Agreed, Gabbard. Tomorrow we ride into this battle, armed with our knowledge. 💪💪🔥 Let’s go team! The future of American tech depends on us.