May 4, 2026

Trump vows deeper Germany troop cuts as his own party revolts

Top Republicans broke with President Trump over his plan to deepen U.S. troop cuts in Germany, warning it emboldens Putin. Trump, meanwhile, hinted that strikes on Iran may not be over.

Trump vows deeper Germany troop cuts as his own party revolts

TL;DR

  • Top Republicans oppose President Trump's plan to decrease U.S. troop presence in Germany.
  • Critics warn that the troop reduction could benefit Putin.
  • President Trump indicated that strikes on Iran might continue.