The heads of the Defense committees in the American Senate, Roger Wicker, and in the House of Representatives, Mike Rogers, criticize the Pentagon's decision to reduce the U.S. military presence in Romania, considering it uncoordinated and contrary to the president's strategy.

Roger Wicker and Mike Rogers expressed their concern regarding the Pentagon's decision to suspend the U.S. rotational brigade in Romania, considering that it contradicts President Trump's strategy. They emphasize that significant changes to the defense structure must be coordinated with government agencies, combat commanders, and Congress. Romania, a reliable ally, has invested significantly in military infrastructure and has hosted defense systems for NATO, demonstrating its commitment to the alliance's security.

The reduction of the American military presence in the recent context of Russian aggression could undermine deterrence and send the wrong signal to Moscow. Wicker and Rogers are seeking clarifications from the Pentagon regarding the impact of this decision on NATO's posture and ensure that the brigades in Poland will remain in place.