In an interview on “Face the Nation,” Sen. Thom Tillis expressed concerns about a $2 trillion shortfall in NATO defense investments over the past two decades, which he believes has impacted U.S. readiness and military capabilities. He emphasized the importance of NATO as a crucial alliance and criticized any rhetoric suggesting its decline. Regarding the new Arctic Sentry mission, Tillis supported modernizing agreements related to Arctic security and urged NATO to strengthen its defense posture. He advocated for a balanced view of the U.S. role in Europe, asserting that the alliance remains vital for global stability.
