U.S. alliances

How firmly the United States commits to its allies, including NATO, which countries it pledges to defend, how much it expects allies to contribute, and how closely American forces work with theirs.

Strengthen U.S. alliances and rebuild trust with allies

17 members
Paul Barringer
House · NC-13 · Democrat
“I believe in strengthening our relationships with our allies and partners around the world, based on mutual respect, shared values, and free, fair trade. Our economy and security depend on strong ties with like-minded democracies.”
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Melissa Bean
House · IL-8 · Democrat
“America has a vital role in the world: protecting our security, upholding democratic values, and working with allies to address shared threats. Our strength has always come not just from military power, but from diplomacy, economic engagement, development, and partnerships that reinforce a stable, rules-based international order.”
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“After years of Donald Trump undermining alliances and emboldening adversaries, Melissa Bean is committed to restoring U.S. credibility and reasserting American leadership.”
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“Rebuilding trust with allies: Strengthening partnerships that keep America safer and prevent conflicts before they start.”
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Rebecca Bennett
House · NJ-7 · Democrat
“As a Navy veteran, I saw firsthand how crucial our allies are to America’s national security. When we train together, deploy together, and stand together, we are stronger and safer. In Congress, I’ll fight to strengthen those partnerships and make sure America continues to lead with strength and integrity.”
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“Preserve our standing on the world stage as a reliable partner intent on preserving peace and supporting democracy worldwide.”
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Adrian Boafo
House · MD-5 · Democrat
“I’m fighting back against the Trump Administration’s reckless foreign policy that has weakened our alliances and diminished America’s leadership abroad. Maryland families deserve a national security strategy that keeps our country safe while standing firmly with our democratic allies. That means strengthening global partnerships, confronting terrorism and emerging threats, and ensuring America leads the world with strength and principled diplomacy. Security is not partisan. It’s foundational.”
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“Strengthen NATO and supporting our democratic allies. Stand firmly with America’s democratic allies by strengthening NATO, supporting Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression, and confronting authoritarian threats from Russia, China, and Iran.”
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Bob Brooks
House · PA-7 · Democrat
“Stop endless wars and support our allies.”
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Zach Dembo
House · KY-6 · Democrat
“The foreign policy we’re seeing isn’t “America First” – it’s playing directly into China and Russia’s hands while hurting our credibility at home and abroad. Instead of defending our allies and strengthening NATO, we’re weakening our alliances all over the globe with insults and knee-jerk foreign policy decisions based on ego and social media instead of reality and solid intelligence. And we’re spending billions of dollars on pointless foreign wars when we have many of our own problems to solve right here at home.”
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Abdul El-Sayed
Senate · Michigan · Democrat
“We should lead the world to protect democracy, prosperity, and peace. We ensure security at home and abroad by standing with our democratic allies and engaging in a foreign policy that centers diplomacy, cooperation, and human rights.”
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Peggy Flanagan
Senate · Minnesota · Democrat
“Peggy supports rebuilding ties with our NATO allies, and supporting Ukraine in their fight against an unjust invasion by Putin.”
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Micah Lasher
House · NY-12 · Democrat
“Work to rebuild and strengthen our alliances with NATO members and other democratic nations.”
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Ben McAdams
House · UT-1 · Democrat
“In Congress, I will work to strengthen, not weaken, our alliances so that America can again be a trusted partner and respected leader on the global stage.”
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JoAnna Mendoza
House · AZ-6 · Democrat
“She is a strong proponent of diplomacy, working with our allies, and honoring key alliances like NATO.”
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Chris Pappas
Senate · New Hampshire · Democrat
“I hope we can get back to a foreign policy that’s guided by values, about making sure that we’re strengthening our alliances, that we’re defending democracy, that we’re speaking out for human rights.”
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“We can’t produce everything we need in the United States. We should be producing more things here in the United States and supporting our manufacturers, but we should absolutely be working with allies and other democracies of the world, especially Canada, where people in New Hampshire have such close relationships.”
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“In Congress Chris has worked to safeguard American interests and values across the globe, support our allies, and protect democracy from the rising influence of authoritarian regimes like Russia, Iran, and China.”
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Denise Powell
House · NE-2 · Democrat
“We must balance the need to invest in border security, the military and our service members, while also rebuilding our key allyships.”
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“Fight to reestablish USAID and other key U.S. programs, while also working to rebuild relationships with key allies to rebuild America’s position as a true world leader.”
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James Talarico
Senate · Texas · Democrat
“James Talarico will end the forever war in Iran that’s driving up the cost of gas and groceries, keep Iran from getting a nuclear weapon, stand with our allies, and lead with moral clarity.”
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“I will reject efforts to shut America off from the rest of the world — because I know it makes us weaker and less secure. I’m committed to working in partnership with our foreign allies and engaging in diplomacy that will help us prevent attacks on American soil and avoid unnecessary wars.”
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“Deepen cooperation with NATO, the EU, and other allies: Encourage more — not less — cooperation with our foreign allies as a means to promote human rights, build more resilient supply chains to combat inflation, prevent nuclear proliferation, and protect America’s interests both at home and abroad.”
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“End the forever wars that put our military and military families in harm’s way by stopping the new forever war in Iran and encouraging more cooperation with our foreign allies, including NATO and the EU.”
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Fred Wellman
House · MO-2 · Democrat
“The United States must defend our country, stand with our allies, uphold democracy and human rights, and pursue diplomacy wherever possible. Military force should never be used without lawful authority, clear objectives, and an honest plan for what comes next. Congress must reclaim its constitutional responsibility for decisions of war and peace, because service members and their families should never pay the price for political recklessness.”
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Scott Wiener
House · CA-11 · Democrat
“Scott will work to rebuild trust with democratic partners across the globe.”
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“Rebuild trust and collaboration with democratic allies.”
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“Work with partners to develop shared strategies on China, Russia, climate, and global health threats.”
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Marni von Wilpert
House · CA-48 · Democrat
“Marni opposes Trump’s unauthorized wars that rip away, and she’ll work to rebuild America’s alliances and standing in the world.”
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Keep a strong U.S. commitment to NATO

10 members
Adrian Boafo
House · MD-5 · Democrat
“Strengthen NATO and supporting our democratic allies. Stand firmly with America’s democratic allies by strengthening NATO, supporting Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression, and confronting authoritarian threats from Russia, China, and Iran.”
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Bob Brooks
House · PA-7 · Democrat
“Russia and China are real threats, and we need a plan to deal with those threats without dragging us into another endless war. That means supporting Ukraine and our NATO allies, paying attention to Asia, and rebuilding trust with the international community.”
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Zach Dembo
House · KY-6 · Democrat
“The foreign policy we’re seeing isn’t “America First” – it’s playing directly into China and Russia’s hands while hurting our credibility at home and abroad. Instead of defending our allies and strengthening NATO, we’re weakening our alliances all over the globe with insults and knee-jerk foreign policy decisions based on ego and social media instead of reality and solid intelligence. And we’re spending billions of dollars on pointless foreign wars when we have many of our own problems to solve right here at home.”
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Peggy Flanagan
Senate · Minnesota · Democrat
“Peggy supports rebuilding ties with our NATO allies, and supporting Ukraine in their fight against an unjust invasion by Putin.”
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Micah Lasher
House · NY-12 · Democrat
“Work to rebuild and strengthen our alliances with NATO members and other democratic nations.”
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JoAnna Mendoza
House · AZ-6 · Democrat
“She is a strong proponent of diplomacy, working with our allies, and honoring key alliances like NATO.”
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James Talarico
Senate · Texas · Democrat
“Deepen cooperation with NATO, the EU, and other allies: Encourage more — not less — cooperation with our foreign allies as a means to promote human rights, build more resilient supply chains to combat inflation, prevent nuclear proliferation, and protect America’s interests both at home and abroad.”
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“End the forever wars that put our military and military families in harm’s way by stopping the new forever war in Iran and encouraging more cooperation with our foreign allies, including NATO and the EU.”
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Fred Wellman
House · MO-2 · Democrat
“Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is an attack on a sovereign democracy and a threat to the security of Europe and the United States. Ukraine and our NATO allies have stood with America, and we must stand with them.”
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“I support continued military assistance to help Ukraine defend itself and a strong, united NATO capable of deterring further Russian aggression. We cannot reward Vladimir Putin by allowing him to redraw international borders through violence or dictate Ukraine’s future.”
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Scott Wiener
House · CA-11 · Democrat
“Reaffirm U.S. commitment to collective defense and security agreements, including NATO.”
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Marni von Wilpert
House · CA-48 · Democrat
“In the Middle East, she’ll push for a two-state solution that ensures lasting peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians, stand with Ukraine in its fight against Putin’s aggression, and support America’s role in NATO.”
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Keep supporting Ukraine's defense against Russia

6 members
Adrian Boafo
House · MD-5 · Democrat
“Strengthen NATO and supporting our democratic allies. Stand firmly with America’s democratic allies by strengthening NATO, supporting Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression, and confronting authoritarian threats from Russia, China, and Iran.”
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Bob Brooks
House · PA-7 · Democrat
“Russia and China are real threats, and we need a plan to deal with those threats without dragging us into another endless war. That means supporting Ukraine and our NATO allies, paying attention to Asia, and rebuilding trust with the international community.”
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Peggy Flanagan
Senate · Minnesota · Democrat
“Peggy supports rebuilding ties with our NATO allies, and supporting Ukraine in their fight against an unjust invasion by Putin.”
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Fred Wellman
House · MO-2 · Democrat
“Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is an attack on a sovereign democracy and a threat to the security of Europe and the United States. Ukraine and our NATO allies have stood with America, and we must stand with them.”
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“I support continued military assistance to help Ukraine defend itself and a strong, united NATO capable of deterring further Russian aggression. We cannot reward Vladimir Putin by allowing him to redraw international borders through violence or dictate Ukraine’s future.”
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Scott Wiener
House · CA-11 · Democrat
“Scott will fight to restore U.S. military and economic aid to Ukraine so it can negotiate from a position of strength, not desperation. America’s credibility as an ally is on the line.”
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Marni von Wilpert
House · CA-48 · Democrat
“In the Middle East, she’ll push for a two-state solution that ensures lasting peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians, stand with Ukraine in its fight against Putin’s aggression, and support America’s role in NATO.”
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Defend allies if they are attacked

2 members
Elaine Luria
House · VA-2 · Democrat
“We must be present protecting critical sea-lanes, providing a credible deterrent, and persistently operating in their backyard; China and Russia must understand that if clearly delineated red lines are violated, we will act to defend our allies, interests, and ultimately our values — over theirs.”
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Scott Wiener
House · CA-11 · Democrat
“Reaffirm U.S. commitment to collective defense and security agreements, including NATO.”
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Get allies' agreement before going to war

1 member
Zach Dembo
House · KY-6 · Democrat
“It also means we need to call out our own country’s actions. I oppose illegal and unnecessary wars. What’s happened in Iran and with the boats coming from Venezuela – and what this administration is hinting at with possible military action in Greenland and Cuba – is a dangerous abuse of power and violates international law. Bare minimum, we need congressional oversight and our international allies to agree before we go to war.”
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Raised the issue without a specific call

1 member
Daniel Biss
House · IL-9 · Democrat
“For too long, our foreign policy has prioritized military action over diplomacy – and we have indulged in alliances that provide some short term benefits over basic human rights.”
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