Mitch McConnell Criticizes Trump's Foreign Policy Direction at Defense Forum

The outgoing Senate Republican leader warned against isolationism and called for renewed U.S. global leadership and military investment.

Mitch McConnell delivered a speech at the Reagan National Defense Forum, appearing to critique President-elect Donald Trump's stance on alliances like NATO without naming him directly.
McConnell emphasized the importance of U.S. global leadership, rejecting isolationist policies and advocating for stronger alliances to counter threats from China, Russia, and Iran.
The senator warned that America's military readiness and industrial base have been neglected, calling for significant investments in defense capabilities and deterrence mechanisms.
Trump recently stated he would consider withdrawing the U.S. from NATO if member nations fail to meet financial commitments, a position McConnell indirectly opposed in his remarks.
McConnell received a standing ovation for his speech, which highlighted a divide within the Republican Party over America's role in global security and military strategy.