Power Play Trump ally Dan Crenshaw: Europe needs to boost its defense or 'shut up'
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Feb 27, 2025 
Dan Crenshaw, a Republican congressman and former Navy SEAL, discusses the urgent need for Europe to enhance its defense capabilities amidst rising tensions with Russia. He critiques the current state of European military readiness and argues that if they want American support, they must step up. The conversation also touches on hot-button issues like Trump's foreign policy strategies, the intersection of identity politics and military standards, and reflections on past military interventions in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Europe's Role in Negotiations
- European countries should increase their military spending and troop deployments.
- Otherwise, they shouldn't complain about America's negotiations with adversaries.
Trump's Negotiation Strategy
- Trump's negotiation strategy involves a combination of sanctions and friendly dialogue.
- This approach aims to incentivize adversaries towards a negotiated settlement.
America's Foreign Policy Goal
- America's foreign policy goal is to make Putin regret his decision to invade Ukraine.
- This approach focuses on deterrence and ensuring future stability.