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What would happen if America withdrew troops globally?

We all hear about America being a global policer and a stabilizing force across the world. What do you think would happen with a total withdrawal of American forces on foreign soil?

What about states with growing economic power that could fund their own military but still depend on American military might, states like Japan and Korea (yes, I know treaties are in place making the US responsible for security to varying degrees, but treaties can be renegotiated with changing times)? Do you think America should start a hand off and withdraw?
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sarabee1995 · 26-30, F Best Comment
I think it is long past time for a gradual handoff to begin. But we cannot create a power vacuum in our wake.

If we did just up and leave, you would see the Korean peninsula erupt, Taiwan collapse, the South China Sea fall completely under Chinese control, Eastern Europe including Ukraine & likely the Baltics come under Russian control, NATO collapse followed by turmoil in Turkey, and much, much more.
sarabee1995 · 26-30, F
Thanks for the best answer!