Trump Administration Weighs Restructuring U.S. Military Commands, Including NATO Role

Congressional Republicans strongly oppose potential changes, citing risks to U.S. global influence and NATO leadership.

• The Trump administration is considering relinquishing the U.S. role as NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), held by an American general since 1950.
• Proposals also include merging U.S. European and Africa Commands, as well as Northern and Southern Commands, to cut costs and streamline operations.
• Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimates the restructuring could save $1 billion over five years, aligning with broader federal cost-cutting goals.
• Republican Armed Services Committee leaders Mike Rogers and Roger Wicker, along with Mitch McConnell, warn these moves could weaken NATO and U.S. global deterrence.
• No final decisions have been made, and the Pentagon has not announced any imminent changes, leaving the situation in flux.

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