The leaked conversation reveals cabinet members discussing the potential impact of the Epstein-Musk situation on their relationship with Elon Musk and strategies to manage the crisis, with President Trump’s ability to handle controversy being highlighted. Despite the seriousness of the situation, there were also light-hearted moments, such as anticipation for the Miami Carnival.
February 20
Waltz (11:05 am ET): Hey team. Just got briefed on the latest on the Epstein-Musk situation. Seems like POTUS is scanning the headlines for any hint of it.
Hegseth (11:06 am ET): Just saw the headlines. Don’t worry. We’ll spin this like a Beyblade tournament. 💪🇺🇸
Vance (11:08 am ET): Let’s stay focused. Our primary concern should be the impact this could have on our relationship with Elon. The guy’s a rocket scientist, literally, not to mention he has the ear of the tech crowd. He’s valuable.
Rubio (11:10 am ET): Can’t disagree with that, JD. Although, let’s not forget, this is Trump we’re talking about. The man could turn a snowstorm into a summer festival. 🌨️🔥
Gabbard (11:12 am ET): Speaking of festivals, anyone else looking forward to Miami Carnival in March? Been brushing up on my samba moves. 💃
Stephen Miller (11:15 am ET): Gabbard, as much as I would love to discuss your dance moves right now, we’re trying to manage a crisis here. Would appreciate if we could stay on topic.
Gabbard (11:18 am ET): Oh, lighten up Miller, we’re all working hard here. Just trying to add a little levity.
Hegseth (11:20 am ET): Cut her some slack Miller, maybe she’s just dancing to the beat of her own drum. 🥁 😉
Vance (11:22 am ET): Hegseth, can you put the wordplay on hold for 10 minutes while we strategize our response?
Rubio (11:24 am ET): Agreed Vance. Let’s focus on the task. Maybe we can work on a statement showing our support for Elon.
Waltz (11:25 am ET): Noted. I’ll get the policy team working on a draft.
Wiles (11:30 am ET): The media will jump at anything that remotely involves POTUS. Let’s remind them of his track record in handling controversial situations.
Steve Witkoff (11:33 am ET): Absolutely. Let’s remind them of how he navigated the China trade talks and how he handled North Korea.
John Ratcliffe (11:35 am ET): Good points. I’ll prepare some key talking points to share around.
Kent (11:37 am ET): We should remember, this is Trump. He’s like a cat, he always lands on his feet 🐱
Hegseth (11:40 am ET): And that’s why he’s the boss. 💪🇺🇸
Scott Bessent (11:42 am ET): Talk about landing on feet, has anyone seen the trailer for the new James Bond movie? Looks lit. 🔥
Rubio (11:45 am ET): Not now Scott. We have a crisis to handle.
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