When a passenger surreptitiously recorded former Congressman Matt Gaetz texting his mother about giving President Trump advice on Iran, his privacy was violated. The unapproved video, which has gone viral, reveals private information about Gaetz’s family and financial situation as well as his calculated strategy for influencing Trump.
Liberal Spying Tactics Expose Private Trump-Gaetz Strategy
Matt Gaetz, now hosting “The Matt Gaetz Show” on One America News Network, found himself the victim of underhanded surveillance tactics commonly used against conservatives. The recording, posted by TikTok user tidesofmarch, shows Gaetz engaged in a private conversation with his mother, Vicky Gaetz, about how to best guide President Trump on foreign policy matters.
Matt Gaetz got absolutely GRILLED by his maga mom in leaked texts pic.twitter.com/2OtrIZr0bm
— Right Wing Cope (@RightWingCope) June 25, 2025
In the conversation, Gaetz reassures his mother about his approach to advising Trump on Iran. His mother expressed concern that criticism of Trump could damage his media career and relationship with the former president.
MAGA Loyalty Remains Strong Despite Privacy Violation
The leaked messages demonstrate Gaetz’s unwavering loyalty to Trump and the MAGA movement despite liberal attempts to frame the conversation as backstabbing. Gaetz clearly states his intention to guide rather than criticize Trump, writing: “I’m trying to guide him, not criticize him. But I’ve never been freer to share my views — and I’ll continue to do so.”
Apparently someone sitting behind me on a flight recorded me without my knowledge.
They found me texting my mother about news of the day, family finances, and working on my laptop.
Please let this be a reminder to everyone to CALL YOUR MOTHER!
(and maybe get a screen…
— Matt Gaetz (@mattgaetz) June 24, 2025
His mother’s protective response reveals the genuine concern for maintaining a strong Trump alliance: “Don’t be criticizing the President or his actions. He’s trying to keep us safe. That’s his job. MAGA will turn on you. You will lose viewership. Your days in Congress are over, practice of law? Let’s not mess up the media gig. The president has been a very good friend to you. He hates betrayal. Be smart, not stubborn.”
Personal Success Continues Despite Deep State Targeting
The messages also revealed Gaetz’s personal and financial success despite years of targeting by Democrats and the establishment. In one text, Gaetz states, “I’m a happily married man with a son on the way, two penthouse condos, a 1:1 real estate asset to debt ratio, and $500k in my bank account cash. I guess I’ll keep hitting it till I die.”
“You’d be surprised… Guiding DJT always includes a private and public component. I know how to do it.”
The leaked conversation included Gaetz’s assessment that Iran’s nuclear program poses no immediate threat to the United States, unlike North Korea. This strategic foreign policy insight demonstrates Gaetz’s continued influence on America’s priorities even after his congressional career ended.
Gaetz addressed the privacy violation on social media, highlighting the unethical nature of recording someone’s private communications without consent. The incident exposes the double standard conservatives face, with their privacy regularly violated while liberals demand protection of their own.
Gaetz continues his successful media career despite the intrusion, maintaining his influence on conservative politics and supporting President Trump’s policies. This incident serves as a reminder of the lengths to which opponents will go to undermine conservative voices in America.
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