McConnell confirms support for NATO after Trump threatens exit
Published on April 2, 2026.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, has confirmed his support for NATO, stating that the alliance has supported U.S. security since its formation decades ago. President Donald Trump has considered withdrawing from the alliance, but requires approval from two-thirds of the Senate to proceed. The announcement comes amid concerns that some allied countries may resist his calls to open the Strait of Hormuz, a critical Gulf oil passage.
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