Trump Challenges NATO Allies, Iran Threatens Global Shipping & Democrats Turn on Graham Platner

On today’s White House Briefing Room, Jon Decker reports from Ankara, Turkey, as President Trump arrives for a high-stakes NATO summit focused on global security, defense spending, Ukraine, and growing tensions with key European allies. Trump pushes NATO members to increase their commitments while reaffirming the importance of collective defense among the alliance’s 32 nations. Decker breaks down the future of U.S.–Turkey relations, including President Trump’s potential reversal on allowing Turkey back into the F-35 fighter jet program, a controversial move that could face resistance from Congress and international allies. Plus, tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran’s Revolutionary Guard launches missile attacks near the Strait of Hormuz, raising new concerns about global shipping and regional stability. Back in Washington, Democrats face a growing Senate crisis as party leaders call for Graham Platner to exit the Maine race following serious allegations that could impact the battle for control of the Senate. And in sports, Team USA’s World Cup run comes to an end after a loss to Belgium amid controversy over FIFA’s overturned red card decision and President Trump’s involvement. Subscribe to White House Briefing Room with Jon Decker for daily updates on the White House, politics, national security, and the biggest stories shaping America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.