Fair Shares Strengthen Defense

A majority of NATO countries are not contributing the required 2% of GDP towards their national defense, undermining their commitment to the alliance. This lack of financial investment leads to a diminished sense of responsibility for national security, which may embolden riskier decisions regarding military engagement. For the U.S., the primary focus should be on its own national defense, which is currently weakened by inadequately addressing vulnerabilities such as threats from hypersonic missiles and EMP attacks. A more secure homeland requires a re-evaluation of defense priorities and an increase in accountability among allies to encourage prudent decision-making regarding security.

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