Hegseth Warns NATO Allies: No More Freeloading On America’s Dime

The Pentagon chief warned that nations that refuse to increase defense spending could see a shift in how Washington approaches military partnerships

“Allies who refuse to step up and carry their own weight for our collective defense will face a clear shift in how we do business,” Hegseth said.

The comments come as NATO members continue working toward the goal of spending 5% of gross domestic product on defense and related programs.