the removal of american troops from germany, if it happens, would signal the actual end of american hegemony, and the first act of retreat - actually - of the american empire.

i do not think the united states is in decline at all, but withdrawal from germany would be an act that would imply clear decline.

trump appears to legitimately think that the american occupation of germany is to protect them from russia.

the stupidity is baffling.

i hope that the british and the french are quietly lobbying in opposition of this move as they are the ones most likely to suffer from german rearmament.

https://www.politico.com/news/2026/04/29/trump-us-reducing-troops-germany-00899352