Hegseth Warns: US Troops in Europe Not Forever, Raising Concerns Over Global Power Shift
Following his NATO debut and a bilateral meeting in Poland, Under Secretary of the Army Hegseth implied a shift towards greater European responsibility for conventional deterrence against Russia. This visit, his first since Senate confirmation, involved discussions with Polish officials who emphasize the necessity of robust military spending—currently 4.7% of GDP—to maintain freedom and security. Poland’s significant investment in U.S. weaponry underscores its commitment to this strategy and its close alliance with the United States. While the U.S. reviews its global military presence, no deployment changes have been announced.
John Q. Hosedrinker