Current
U.S. forces in Europe total about 80,000, with over 37,000 in Germany alone,
and the proposed drawdown could reduce that by more than 25,000 as part of a
six-month force posture review.
General Alexus Grynkewich will deliver an initial assessment to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth soon, with a final recommendation due by November 6 before reaching President Trump.
The plan fits the administration's goal of having European allies shoulder more defense responsibility, though legal limits require congressional certification for drops below 76,000 troops, and critics warn it could weaken deterrence against Russia.