The cabinet members discussed the implications of the Supreme Court’s decision to end the TPS program for Venezuelans, a Trump administration initiative, with views ranging from leveraging potential opportunities with Venezuela and Russia, to showing strength to European allies, and preparing for possible economic repercussions.
March 25
Vance (10:25am ET):
The Supreme Court’s decision provides an interesting situation for us. The TPS program for Venezuelans - a Trump administration specialty - comes to an end. Opinions?
Miller (10:30am ET):
About time. We’ve weakened ourselves with misplaced empathy.
Rubio (10:38am ET):
Trump’s decision was based on the decline of human rights in Venezuela. Now we need to have a serious conversation about what comes next.
Gabbard (10:42am ET):
Marco, your point is appreciated, but I think Venezuela and Russia could help us gain some advantages.
Waltz (10:50am ET):
Interesting perspective, Gabbard. But we need to ensure our interests are protected during any negotiations. 🇺🇸
Hegseth (11:00am ET):
I say it’s an opportunity. A chance to show our strength and leadership to these so-called European “allies”.💪🔥
Wiles (11:20am ET):
I agree with Pete. This could boost our position globally.
Bessent (11:30am ET):
We also need to prepare for the economic fallout.
Vance (11:45am ET):
That’s a valid point Scott. But economically, we need to think about our own middle class, not European moochers.
Ratcliffe (11:50am ET):
Let’s not forget about the media reaction.
Witkoff (12:00pm ET):
They’ll spin it their own way regardless. We just need to stay on message.
Gabbard (12:15pm ET):
Who’s got the remote? The latest episode of ‘Stranger Things’ is out. 🍿🎬
Kent (12:20pm ET):
Gabbard, focus! Rubio, any thoughts on the response from European counterparts?
Rubio (12:30pm ET):
We should prepare for resistance, but we can handle it.
Miller (12:45pm ET):
Exactly. Let them whine. A little tough love is what they need.
Hegseth (13:00pm ET):
Who wants pizza after we stick it to these European freeloaders? 🍕💪
Gabbard (13:15pm ET):
Count me in, as long as it’s not pineapple…
Rubio (13:30pm ET):
Remind me again why we’re talking about pizza toppings…
Vance (13:45pm ET):
Because we’re a team, we make decisions together, we eat together. It’s the American way.
Waltz (14:00pm ET):
Agreed, love a good team building exercise. Just remember to focus on the task at hand. We have our orders.
Hegseth (14:15pm ET):
Alright, let’s get this done. For America! 🇺🇸🔥
Miller (14:30pm ET):
And no pineapple on the pizza. 🍕🚫🍍
End of Conversation.
