While Joe Biden and his failed administration may be gone, their disastrous legacy of weakness and neglect still haunts America’s national security. The latest NATO warning confirms what President Trump has repeatedly highlighted: the West has dangerously fallen behind in its defense capabilities, and the liberal fantasy that Russia would simply behave itself has proven disastrously naive.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte delivered a sobering message in London, declaring that Russia’s military buildup could enable it to strike NATO by 2030. Rutte underscored that despite Russia’s relatively small economy, Putin’s regime is vastly outproducing NATO countries in weaponry and ammunition. “Putin’s war machine is speeding up, not slowing down,” Rutte warned, emphasizing that Russia now makes as much ammunition in three months as all of NATO does in a full year. This should alarm every freedom-loving patriot who understands peace is secured through strength, not wishful thinking.
Rutte’s call for a five-fold increase in NATO air defenses echoes President Trump’s visionary Golden Dome missile shield announcement. Yet, unlike Trump’s decisive leadership, European nations have dragged their feet, leaving themselves vulnerable and unprepared. NATO allies must urgently match Trump’s commitment to robust defense spending, raising their contributions to at least five percent of GDP. Such action is not optional; it is a necessity for survival in this dangerous new era.
If Europe fails to act now, NATO nations risk falling irretrievably behind. Rutte pointed to our current vulnerability, lamenting the absurd ten-year wait for Patriot missile defense systems. “These are the timelines we are facing,” he said gravely. He is absolutely right. Unless allies follow President Trump’s America First example of investing significantly in defense manufacturing and infrastructure, the West will remain dangerously unprepared.
This is not mere saber rattling—Russia has convincingly demonstrated its willingness to use force. NATO’s latest alarm came as Russia launched nearly 500 drones and missiles against Ukraine, its largest airstrike yet. Poland was forced to scramble jets, underscoring the stark reality of Europe’s perilous situation. The liberal myth that Russia can be appeased or trusted as a partner has crumbled before the world’s eyes.
Yet, the threat from Russia is only half the story. Rutte also warned that China, emboldened by Biden-era weakness, will soon outpace U.S. naval capabilities in the Pacific. By 2030, China’s navy will possess a hundred more ships than the U.S. currently deploys. America must reaffirm its naval superiority, immediately investing in shipbuilding and manufacturing revival to counter this alarming threat.
Rutte’s warning must serve as a wake-up call: NATO nations must radically expand their defense industrial base. Europe, Canada, and even the United States have shamefully allowed their defense production to lag. But under President Trump’s decisive leadership, America is already turning the tide, reviving manufacturing, and strengthening our military readiness.
President Trump understands that “history has taught us that to preserve peace we must prepare for war.” He has consistently advocated for military strength, border security, and manufacturing revival—core principles of the MAGA movement. Now, NATO allies must heed his wisdom and urgently prioritize national security.
As conservatives, we must demand accountability from every NATO ally. America cannot shoulder the burden alone. European nations must immediately ramp up their defense spending and production to match Trump’s commitment. The stakes could not be higher. Weakness invites aggression, and only overwhelming strength ensures peace.
We live in dangerous times, with threats multiplying on all sides. Russia and China are expanding aggressively, exploiting Western weakness and complacency. We must reject Biden-era negligence and embrace President Trump’s bold vision for national security. America First means a strong America, capable of defending itself and its allies. Anything less invites disaster.
The time for excuses is over. NATO must urgently follow President Trump’s lead and rebuild its defenses. Our freedom and security depend on immediate action. The alternative—continuing down the Biden path of weakness and neglect—is simply unacceptable.
