Trump Shrinks Pacific Presence | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Trump’s surprise move to slash joint drills with South Korea and pull U.S. forces from the Pacific signals a major pivot toward the Middle East, sparking alarm across Asia as allies brace for instability. He blames Seoul for not backing U.S. efforts against Iran, arguing America can’t be everywhere — while China steps in, expanding influence in Taiwan’s waters. With missile defenses and carriers shifting east to west, the region faces a new era of uncertainty, leaving allies scrambling to fill the void left by American retreat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…