Who said this plan might not work?

Elbridge Colby, a think-tanker.

What is the main problem with the plan?

The US military is too stretched to deal with every enemy around the world.

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Donald Trump’s reassignment of military muscle is not going to plan

First publishedJul 23, 13:00 UTC

Last updatedJul 27, 12:17 UTC · 8m ago

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Answer

Donald Trump's plan to reassign US military forces is not working as expected.

Reported by 1 outlet — The Economist · US. See all sources ↓

Donald Trump wanted to move US military forces from one place to another. He thought this would help the US deal with China. However, this plan is not working.

Why it matters

This is important because it affects how the US protects itself and its allies.

In brief

Who said this plan might not work?: Elbridge Colby, a think-tanker.
What is the main problem with the plan?: The US military is too stretched to deal with every enemy around the world.
What is the priority for the US military?: China is the priority.

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The outlets report that Donald Trump's plan is not working, but they do not explain why. They mention that the plan was to prioritize China, but they do not discuss the details of the plan.

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The US military is too stretched to deal with every enemy around the world.
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The Economist · USJul 23, 13:00points out the problem with the plan
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China is the priority for the US military.
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The Economist · USJul 23, 13:00explains the reason for the plan

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