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Former Officials Criticize NATO, Propose New Alliances

4/2/2026

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Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, criticized NATO and called its members 'cowards' on Hannity while proposing partnerships with Japan, Australia, and Ukraine.
Victoria Coates, former Deputy National Security Advisor, supported Kellogg and called NATO 'inconsequential' in addressing major conflicts.
Mike Pompeo, former Secretary of State, expressed disappointment in NATO, noting a shift in the alliance's importance.

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Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, criticized NATO and called its members 'cowards' on Hannity while proposing partnerships with Japan, Australia, and Ukraine.
Victoria Coates, former Deputy National Security Advisor, supported Kellogg and called NATO 'inconsequential' in addressing major conflicts.
Mike Pompeo, former Secretary of State, expressed disappointment in NATO, noting a shift in the alliance's importance.