The first in an upcoming series of Spotlight publications, this report uses data from the Security Radar 2025 survey in order to zero in on American voters' views regarding the US's role in European security. With Donald Trump set to take office in January 2025, the report provides timely insights into potential shifts in US foreign policy.

Here are three key takeaways from the data:

1. Strong, Yet Conditional, US Support for Europe
A substantial 71% of American voters support continued US involvement in European security, though nearly half emphasize that this support should be conditional, calling for Europe to step up and boost its defense spending.

2. Divided Views on Supporting Ukraine
The survey highlights a deep partisan divide on support for Ukraine: 70% of Democrats are in favor of continued assistance, while only 33% of Republicans agree. This divide indicates that, based on the data, garnering sustained US support for Ukraine will become increasingly challenging.

3. Different Threat Perceptions: China vs. Russia
Americans and Europeans differ in their threat perceptions, especially regarding China. While 58% of Americans see China as a significant threat to European security, only 44% of Europeans share this view. In future US-EU collaboration, the EU may face future pressure from the US to align more closely with American concerns regarding China.

To delve deeper into these findings and their implications for future transatlantic cooperation, read the full publication.