‘The American people want NATO Members to pay their obligations – and they love how Trump is demanding it. They haven’t had a President who put them first like this. They absolutely love it.’ – Richard Grenell
Let’s review shall we, what nations pay their fair share and what nations are on welfare, paid by American taxpayers.
Buzz Patterson says ‘Democrats are foaming at the mouth because House Republicans and Trump are forcing the issue on NATO and Ukraine funding. Let me boil it down for you guys. This is why. We PAY NATO to PROTECT NATO. NATO members are not chipping in for their own defense. Why should we? Especially in light of what’s going down internally in our nation and on OUR border. That’s what Trump and @SpeakerJohnson are saying! And I fully agree.’
In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump’s recent remarks regarding NATO commitments have left European leaders who are Deep State driven, bewildered, raising questions about the future of the military alliance. The NATO chief, Jens Stoltenberg, expressed deep concern, emphasizing that any suggestion of wavering commitment among allies jeopardizes the collective security of the West.
NATO members not maintaining a military at 2% GDP or higher undermines all of our security. – bossmon
Stoltenberg, in a statement on Sunday, underscored the significance of unity among NATO members, stating, “Any suggestion that allies will not defend each other undermines all of our security, including that of the US, and puts American and European soldiers at increased risk.” He firmly asserted that the United States would continue to be a steadfast NATO ally, irrespective of the presidential election outcome, and reiterated the alliance’s readiness to respond forcefully to any attacks.
The controversy erupted after Trump, during a rally, hinted that nations failing to meet NATO’s 2 percent defense spending target might not receive protection from the United States. Trump remarked, “You didn’t pay? You’re delinquent? No, I would not protect you. In fact, I would encourage them to do whatever the hell they want. You got to pay. You got to pay your bills.”
The fake news media are playing their usual games. They take all comments and create fake controversy. Then they have their agents, like Haley spout their lies, so they can repeat it over and over. Here is Deep State Haley lying about Trump’s position and thoughts… see fast clip below
Nikki Haley hits Trump for saying he wouldn’t defend NATO allies if they don’t fulfill their spending obligations for the alliance:
“Putin kills his opponents… Someone who wants to be president of the U.S. is siding with that thug instead of people who were with us after 9/11?” pic.twitter.com/MMpIomMQqx
— The Recount (@therecount) February 13, 2024
Gorka said ‘This is what President Trump actually said in South Carolina. He’s absolutely right it’s the Art of the Deal! NATO was full of freeloaders…when we talked tough that all changed!’ See fast clip below
This is what President Trump actually said in South Carolina.
He’s absolutely right it’s the Art of the Deal!
NATO was full of freeloaders…when we talked tough that all changed! pic.twitter.com/jT79w3rlrk
— Sebastian Gorka DrG (@SebGorka) February 12, 2024
So, in essence, the mental cases of the Deep State, whoever is pulling Haley’s strings, actually is still playing their Russia, Rusia, Russia nonsense and think the American people believe any of it. Thy are so wrong and I hope they keep their stupidity up so more and more Americans reject them all before November.
Nato chief says Donald Trump comments 'undermine all of our security' https://t.co/Yn9nYUFH25
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) February 11, 2024
A 2023 NATO report revealed that only seven out of 31 member nations met the 2 percent GDP spending target on defense in 2022. Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, Poland’s defense minister, strongly criticized Trump’s stance, emphasizing the importance of NATO’s commitment to collective defense. He asserted that undermining the credibility of allied countries weakens the entire NATO alliance and called for a unified approach to security.
Charles Michel, president of the European Council, highlighted the longstanding role of NATO in securing the prosperity of Americans, Canadians, and Europeans. He cautioned against reckless statements on NATO’s security, stating that such remarks only serve Russia’s interests and underscored the need for the European Union to enhance its strategic autonomy and invest in defense.
Let’s point blank this: Just like people on welfare, nations on welfare will always fight to keep their welfare. NATO nations that refuse to pay their fair share are on welfare. That way they can put their billions into helping their people while America continues to waste taxpayer funds to defend these welfare recipients on the global stage. President Trump is 100% correct.
MSNBC Analyst: “I think Donald Trump understands the base of the Republican Party better than anybody in America today… There is a huge part of the base of the Republican Party that wants us to pull out of NATO, that wants us to get rid of the United Nations”
Correct. pic.twitter.com/x46ktF1bLN
— johnny maga (@_johnnymaga) February 12, 2024
Despite the Republican party being divided (RINOS are against Trump) over Trump’s comments, some prominent figures expressed concerns. Nikki Haley, a GOP presidential challenger, urged against siding with Russia, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong alliances. Senator Lindsey Graham disagreed with Trump’s delivery but pointed out that Russia did not invade any country during Trump’s presidency. Haly, who does as she is told by the Deep State, has her head so far up their rears that she has lost sight of reality, and the light.
Liz Cheney fails to say a word about the majority of NATO members who failed to meet their 2% obligations with a 10 year timeline starting in 2014. 19 of the 30 NATO Members have ignored the 2% obligation for 10 years. TEN YEARS! Stop making the American taxpayer pick up the slack for countries with budget surpluses. Why is it so difficult to demand that others pay?- Richard Grenell
Senator Marco Rubio defended Trump, asserting that criticisms were unwarranted as previous presidents also voiced concerns about NATO member contributions. Senator Tom Cotton echoed Trump’s sentiments, suggesting that insufficient defense spending by NATO countries, such as Germany, encourages Russian aggression.
Trump will not put the world at risk –
Nato chief says Trump comments 'undermine all of our security' –
According to Nato's own figures -2023 spending, 19 of its 30 member nations spending below target of 2% of their annual GDP on defence – including Germany & France – pic.twitter.com/eyjw7A3u7K
— Blanche Victoria (@tammytabby) February 12, 2024
Dr. Patrick Bury, a defense and security expert and former NATO analyst, acknowledged the validity of playing hardball with NATO allies but cautioned against going too far. He explained that Trump’s comments reflect frustration in the United States about European nations not meeting their defense obligations. Bury expressed concern about the potential impact on NATO’s cohesion, especially in the current global context where Russia is on high alert, outspending European nations in military capabilities.
A 2023 NATO report revealed the United States accounted for a substantial portion of the alliance’s GDP and defense expenditure, emphasizing its pivotal role within NATO. As discussions unfold, the future of NATO hangs in the balance, with the need for cohesion and commitment among member nations taking center stage.
For NATO to continue, it must be fair. The United State cannot continue to pay all of the bills with only a few nations like Poland holding their own. President Trump once again is putting America first, and NATO nations simply need to do what they agreed to so American taxpayers aren’t further hurt.
Trump’s position on NATO, simple common sense and Justice for the American taxpayer!
Trump’s position on NATO, simple common sense and Justice for the American taxpayer!pic.twitter.com/xtvjr9fRaz
— COL (Ret) Angel A. Valencia, Judge Advocate (@colonelcrystal1) February 13, 2024
Major Points Discussed:
- Trump’s suggestion that NATO nations failing to meet defense spending targets might not receive U.S. protection has raised concerns among European leaders. It is Trump’s way to make them pay. Either that or whole nations stay on welfare and AMerican taxpayers have to foot the bill.
- NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg emphasized that any doubt about allies defending each other undermines collective security and puts soldiers at risk.
- Only seven out of 31 NATO member nations met the 2 percent GDP defense spending target in 2022, according to a 2023 NATO report.
- European leaders, including Poland’s defense minister and the president of the European Council, criticized Trump’s remarks, stressing the importance of NATO’s commitment to collective defense.
- While Republicans are divided over Trump’s comments, with the RINO’s and anti-American crew against him, some, including Deep State Senator Lindsey Graham, expressed concerns, while others like Senator Tom Cotton supported the notion that insufficient defense spending by NATO countries could encourage Russian aggression.
James Kravitz
Comments – Threads – Links
- From The Left: Flashing his love for Vladimir Putin and contempt for our NATO allies, Trump invites Putin to conduct more imperialist aggression in Europe. The Mar-a-Lago kleptocrat promotes violence by the Moscow autocrat, Saudi theocrats and MAGAcrats at the Capitol. – Jamie Raskin – see clip below
Flashing his love for Vladimir Putin and contempt for our NATO allies, Trump invites Putin to conduct more imperialist aggression in Europe. The Mar-a-Lago kleptocrat promotes violence by the Moscow autocrat, Saudi theocrats and MAGAcrats at the Capitol. pic.twitter.com/wsi9gnfAwR
— Rep. Jamie Raskin (@RepRaskin) February 13, 2024
- Why should leaders from third world countries be given the power to try to tell America what to do? Pull out of the UN- Will
- A country not contributing its agreed upon amount of GDP undermines all our security. – Em Tea
- Trump is the greatest man I have ever seen – Raja Tayyub ali
- NATO undermines all of our security – Drapetomania Sufferer
- Trump is better than Biden – Saifi
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