US Department of Defense evaluates European military presence and requests written feedback from NATO allies on defense cooperation intentions

US Department of Defense officials are evaluating the deployment of US troops in Europe and requesting written feedback from NATO allies on their intentions to support President Trump's foreign policy, restrict the use of US military bases, and procure products from US defense contractors. Colby, the deputy defense minister in charge of policy, has arrived in Brussels to inform NATO allies of the six-month assessment report that will be completed by the end of the year.