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Baker Slams Trump’s NATO Threat, Calls It Shortsighted

4/4/2026

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On April 4, 2026, Wall Street Journal editor Gerard Baker criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for threatening to dismantle NATO over allies' reluctance to back Iran action.
Baker called the stance shortsighted and said it jeopardizes a vital alliance for U.S. leadership.
He noted that many Americans oppose such conflicts.
The Wall Street Journal has previously criticized Trump's economic policies, including tariffs.

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On April 4, 2026, Wall Street Journal editor Gerard Baker criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for threatening to dismantle NATO over allies' reluctance to back Iran action.
Baker called the stance shortsighted and said it jeopardizes a vital alliance for U.S. leadership.
He noted that many Americans oppose such conflicts.
The Wall Street Journal has previously criticized Trump's economic policies, including tariffs.