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Trump Pulls 5,000 Troops from German Town, Threatens Jobs

5/7/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the withdrawal of at least 5,000 troops from Germany, targeting the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment at Rose Barracks in Vilseck.
Mayor warned the pullout could erase thousands of jobs and hurt local pubs, restaurants, garages and supermarkets.
Residents said the loss would cause emotional and cultural shock in a town where U.S. personnel outnumber the 6,500 residents.

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U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the withdrawal of at least 5,000 troops from Germany, targeting the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment at Rose Barracks in Vilseck.
Mayor warned the pullout could erase thousands of jobs and hurt local pubs, restaurants, garages and supermarkets.
Residents said the loss would cause emotional and cultural shock in a town where U.S. personnel outnumber the 6,500 residents.