According to a report by Euronews on Friday, July 3, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump has once again criticized the current level of American support for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), describing it as “ridiculous” and arguing that the United States carries an unfair share of the alliance’s defense costs.

Trump said the U.S. spends far more on defense than any other NATO member, insisting that the financial burden placed on American taxpayers is disproportionate. He urged allied nations to contribute more toward their own military capabilities, saying countries that benefit from NATO’s collective security should shoulder a greater share of the costs.

The president has consistently pressed NATO members to raise their defense spending, maintaining that a more balanced distribution of responsibilities would make the alliance stronger and fairer. His latest remarks come as his administration continues encouraging member states to meet higher defense spending commitments.

Trump also reiterated his long-standing position that the United States provides security guarantees that outweigh the contributions made by many of its allies. His comments follow recent disagreements with some NATO members over defense cooperation and broader security matters, further fueling debate over Washington’s role within the alliance.

Despite his criticism, there has been no official announcement indicating any change to U.S. membership in NATO or its treaty obligations. However, Trump’s statements are expected to intensify discussions ahead of future NATO meetings, where defense funding and burden-sharing will remain central topics.

The administration continues to argue that increased defense investments by NATO partners would strengthen the alliance while easing the financial responsibility currently borne by the United States.

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