Germany is not on the eastern flank of NATO, many of the troops being withdrawn will be relocated closer to Russia [0] . And again the move was spurred in part

Germany is not on the eastern flank of NATO, many of the troops being withdrawn will be relocated closer to Russia [0] . And again the move was spurred in part by Germany's pipeline with Russia - Nord Stream 2. Which clearly shows the Trump administration is taking stronger steps to punish NATO members which cooperate with Russia. > Trump administration has NOT been extraordinarily compliant to Russian demands is just ridiculous Yes, this is completely false. The Trump administration has been tougher on pretty much everything involving Russian interests. From Ukraine, Iran, Syria, sanctions on Russia, to yes strengthening the eastern flank of NATO. [0] https://www.defense.gov/Newsroom/Speeches/Speech/Article/2292081/us-european-command-force-posture-policy-press-conference-secretary-espers-open/ https://www.defense.gov/Newsroom/Speeches/Speech/Article/229... "The current EUCOM plan will reposition approximately 11,900 military personnel from Germany – from roughly 36,000 down to 24,000 – in a manner that will strengthen NATO, enhance the deterrence of Russia, and meet the other principles I set forth"