US urges stronger transatlantic alliance at Munich Security Conference

Marco Rubio’s address at the Munich Security Conference marked a more conciliatory stance for the U.S., following Vice President JD Vance’s harsh critique of Europe last year for ignoring an internal “threat,” shirking its defense responsibilities, and allowing left-wing influence in cultural matters. Although Rubio still encouraged European allies to consider policies akin to Donald Trump’s America, his speech clearly aimed to ease tensions and mend transatlantic relations. Antonia Kerrigan reports.