Trump says he's disappointed in NATO and that leaving is "something we should think about"

President Trump expressed disappointment with NATO on Tuesday and suggested the U.S. should consider leaving the alliance, while simultaneously calling on member nations to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trump's criticism reflects his longstanding view that NATO members do not contribute sufficiently to their own defense and burden-sharing within the alliance. The comments signal the Trump administration's willingness to pressure allied nations on both military spending and broader geopolitical responsibilities, including operations in strategic waterways. Trump has previously threatened NATO withdrawal and demanded increased defense spending from member countries during his first term, and these latest remarks suggest that approach continues. The statement comes as NATO faces questions about its role in global security challenges beyond the European theater.