Jason Crow says Trump ‘not mentally fit’ for office, urges renewed focus on NATO ties
WASHINGTON, DC: Representative Jason Crow didn’t hold back; he said President Donald Trump isn’t mentally fit to serve right now.
During an interview on MS Now's ‘The Last Word,' Crow talked about his worries over US foreign policy, especially with the tensions around Iran and how the US is handling things globally. The topic came up when he was asked if it’s even possible for America to take real diplomatic steps with this administration in charge.
Jason Crow calls for NATO engagement, questions Trump’s approach
During the interview, Crow said the United States needs to re-engage with its allies and rebuild coordination through NATO.
Crow said, “It’s not over. The adversary always has a vote when something is over. And we have unfortunately started something. And without a plan for finishing it, the first step here.”
“And that is, we have to re-engage with our allies. That Donald Trump has to stop demeaning and attacking NATO.”
He argued that strengthening alliances would be a key first step toward reducing tensions and stabilizing the situation.
“And we have to build an international coalition of countries that are willing to join with us to secure the region and us to stop the shooting, to actually secure passage through the Straits, and get us back on track to a permanent and verifiable deal to prevent nuclear weapons from ever happening in Iran. But that so far has not happened.”
Crow said the US should work with international partners to secure shipping routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, and move toward a long-term agreement aimed at preventing nuclear weapons development in Iran.
Decisions based on 'emotion,’ Jason Crow says
Crow said, “Well, first of all, I’m not saying Donald Trump is going to do this right. I mean, it’s one thing to say what actually needs to happen and what the right thing to do is.”
“It’s another to look at Donald Trump, who I don’t think is mentally fit to be in office right now, who operates by vengeance primarily in emotion.”
He pointed to a reported decision to draw down US troop levels in Europe, which he said appeared to be linked to tensions with Germany’s leadership.
Crow argued that such moves should be based on strategic planning and advice from military and intelligence officials rather than personal reactions.
“Let’s not forget that he just announced the drawdown of thousands of troops in Europe just because he’s upset at the chancellor of Germany. Right.”
“This man is in charge of our national security and the security of our country and our military. And he makes decisions primarily based on emotion, not facts.”
He said the president is responsible for overseeing the military and protecting the country, making the basis for those decisions a critical issue.
“Not, the advice of, of, you know, the generals, the admirals, and our intelligence community. So that is the danger that we all now face.”
