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House Republicans slam troop reductions in Poland – a country Hegseth praised as ‘model ally’
- House Republicans condemned the Pentagon for scrapping a 4,000-strong Poland troop deployment, calling it an embarrassment.
- Lawmakers argued the move sent a poor message to Russia and European allies amid ongoing European security discussions.
- Pentagon officials said the decision followed a comprehensive, multilayered process and involved EUCOM and chain of command inputs.
- Polish officials insisted the Americans do not plan to systematically reduce their presence in Poland.
- Formerly, Poland was praised as a ‘model ally’ on the continent for its defense investments and partnership with the U.S.
- House Armed Services Chair Mike Rogers criticized the lack of statutory consultation in the decision process.
- The Pentagon and White House stressed the move was not an abrupt decision and there were ongoing consultations.
- Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and Deputy Defense Minister Paweł Zalewski voiced cautious optimism about continued cooperation.
- The report notes a nine-month mission was planned but later casings of colors were held amid the change.
- The discussion occurred during a House Armed Services Committee hearing, spotlighting defense policy in Europe.
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