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Jul 7, 2026 at 7:05 PM ET
Ben Hodges: NATO spending should not please Trump
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Retired Gen. Ben Hodges says NATO allies should raise defense spending for security, not to satisfy Trump.
WHO: Retired General Ben Hodges
WHAT: Says NATO allies should increase defense spending to strengthen their own security and counter Russia, not to please President Trump.
WHEN: Jul 7, 2026 at 6:23 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: He is reacting to the idea that NATO spending should be aimed at pleasing President Trump.
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