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Trump Orders Pentagon to Cut 5,000 Troops from Germany

May 2, 2026·20 days ago·via Fox News Politics
Trump Orders Pentagon to Cut 5,000 Troops from Germany
President Trump directs the Pentagon to withdraw 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany, signaling a bold America First shift away from footing the bill for Europe's defense. Defense Secretary Hegseth executes the order amid Trump's escalating feud with German Chancellor Merz, who has strained relations with his globalist posturing. This move slashes wasteful overseas commitments, putting U.S. sovereignty and taxpayer dollars first over endless foreign entanglements. Read more about this...

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