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Rubio Leads U.S. Delegation to Rebuild European Trust

2/12/2026

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At the Munich Security Conference, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio leads a 50-member delegation to reassure European allies amid transatlantic tensions.
The effort seeks to assess the U.S.–European relationship and address concerns about shifting attitudes.
Rep. Meeks and Rep. Baumgartner stress measuring sentiment on defense spending and cohesion.
A new poll shows declining trust in the United States, and Macron criticizes the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.

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At the Munich Security Conference, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio leads a 50-member delegation to reassure European allies amid transatlantic tensions.
The effort seeks to assess the U.S.–European relationship and address concerns about shifting attitudes.
Rep. Meeks and Rep. Baumgartner stress measuring sentiment on defense spending and cohesion.
A new poll shows declining trust in the United States, and Macron criticizes the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.