While billions of dollars flow overseas to fund conflicts like the war in Ukraine, America’s own military readiness has reached dangerously low levels. At the same time, flood victims in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina remain homeless, waiting for the help they desperately need.
Reports warn that U.S. munitions stockpiles are at historic lows, with supplies sufficient for only one to three weeks of major combat. The nation’s ability to replenish these stocks is severely limited, putting America’s security at risk as resources are diverted to foreign conflicts.
Communities devastated by flooding in Appalachia are a stark reminder of how U.S. priorities have shifted away from domestic concerns. Displaced families face homelessness and economic hardship, while tens of billions are spent arming Ukraine and other nations.
Critics say decades of foreign interventions have drained resources that should have been used to address challenges at home. From outdated infrastructure to disaster recovery, pressing domestic needs are often sidelined in favor of costly international efforts.
The call for change is growing louder. Advocates for an America-first approach argue that the nation must refocus its priorities, addressing military readiness, disaster relief, and economic stability. Helping Americans recover from disasters like the flooding in Appalachia should take precedence over foreign wars.
As the U.S. grapples with dwindling resources and growing challenges, the need to reassess foreign policy is urgent. Critics argue it’s time to bring attention and resources back home to strengthen the nation for its own future.
