Trump bears down on NATO

President Trump's recent verbal attacks on European leaders could signal a significant shift in U.S.-NATO relations. Administration officials are increasingly frustrated with Europe's reluctance to engage in Middle East conflicts, particularly regarding Iran, questioning why the U.S. should bear the financial burden of European defense. This tension is set to come to a head as NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visits Washington, potentially marking the most consequential meeting between Trump and the alliance since he took office. The implications could reshape the dynamics of the trans-Atlantic relationship and the future of NATO's funding and strategy.