The leaked conversation reveals a discussion among cabinet members about Governor Walz’s recent controversial comments comparing ICE to the Gestapo. The members express their intent to highlight the fallacy in Walz’s comparison, and also express concern about the potential impact of such statements on foreign affairs, particularly with Russia.
Leaked Signal Conversation
March 16
Waltz (9:13 am ET): Gentlemen & Ms. Gabbard, given the recent harsh statements by Gov. Walz about ICE, I believe it’s a pertinent time for us to assess and rally behind the approach we intend to take on this issue.
Vance (9:25 am ET): Indeed, Waltz’s harbinger comparison of ICE to the Gestapo is a contentious one - historically inaccurate and politically inflammatory. We would do well to highlight the fallacy in his statement.
Hegseth (9:33 am ET): Hooah Vance! Just thinking how much I would relish challenging Walz to explain the Gestapo reference on air. Would drive our audience on Fox News wild with glee. 💪🇺🇸
Gabbard (9:52 am ET): As much as I love a good argument, Hegseth, we should also focus on the damage these kinds of rogue statements can do to our foreign affairs, particularly with Russia.
Rubio (10:05 am ET): Tulsi, you might be onto something there. Waltz’s words can be taken out of context and potentially used against us. We need to strategize a response.
Bessent (10:32 am ET): Agreed. Our response should be firm, but measured. Not to fuel the fire, but extinguish it.
Miller (10:47 am ET): Fuel indeed! Just imagine if we could persuade POTUS Trump to go on the record about this remark. It would certainly throw a wrench in Walz’s insubstantial claims.
Kent (11:00 am ET): This would be a good time to remind the public about the excellent work ICE does ensuring our national security.
Vance (11:14 am ET): Indeed, Kent. ICE is not the Gestapo. It’s an effective, necessary force working to protect American interests. We should take every opportunity to acknowledge that.
Ratcliff (11:47 am ET): I can arrange for some briefs detailing ICE’s accomplishments under the Trump administration. That would help counteract the negative perception created by Walz.
Witkoff (11:58 am ET): Sounds like a plan. Let’s have Trump himself present the facts. His endorsement will give ICE the boost it needs.
Wiles (12:15 pm ET): Absolutely. We need to take back control of the narrative.
Hegseth (12:18 pm ET): Let’s do this, team! Waltz might have a loud mouth, but we have facts, determination, and the power of American patriotism on our side. Time to flex some muscle!💪🔥🇺🇸
Vance (12:24 pm ET): I’d love to see the look on Walz’s face when we rain on his parade.
Rubio (12:35 pm ET): We’re united on this. Let’s take this to Trump and get his approval. Tulsi, how about getting us some of your Russian tea for the meeting?
Gabbard (12:46 pm ET): Nice try, Marco! But seriously, let’s get this done. For ICE and for America.
