Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) stated Tuesday that there is a "legitimate problem" with the U.S.-NATO relationship, though he suggested the fault may not lie with the U.S. alliance itself. The ranking member made his comments while discussing noticeable differences in how NATO has approached various military operations.
Smith highlighted contrasts between how the alliance handled U.S. operations in Iraq and Afghanistan versus the current conflict involving Iran. The congressman's remarks suggest potential policy implications for how the U.S. coordinates with NATO allies on Middle East strategy and military engagement protocols.