On the recordJune 18, 2026
I'm announcing today, a six-month Department of War review that will examine America’s force posture and basing in Europe — up to six months, could be less.
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Pete Hegseth
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washingtonexaminer.comEditor's note · Context
Announcement of military review at NATO meeting.
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Jun 18, 2026
This will be a real review. It will be designed to ensure that NATO is moving fast and irreversibly toward Europe leading, stepping up to take primary responsibility for the defense of Europe.
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Jun 19, 2026
It's a review that some countries will fail and others will pass with flying colours.
Jul 3, 2026
That there’s nothing ideological about this group. There’s nothing political about this exercise. Law and order is something all Americans deserve.