How to draw down America’s military presence in Europe

Skeptics of America’s activities in NATO, whether they want to refocus on Asia or simply want resources and troops to return home, are increasingly optimistic that a future president, be it Donald Trump or someone else, will grant their wishes. With Trump’s campaign statements casting doubts on America’s Cold War-era commitments, and the American public steadily becoming more skeptical of the military organization, they have good reason to be.

But should Trump, or another NATO-skeptical president, take control of the White House, talk will not be enough. The new administration should act as if they are on a four-year timer. To properly right-size America’s presence in Europe, three steps should be undertaken.

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