> We need to pull out of NATO period. Let Europe defend itself. <
Yep. In 1949 much of Western Europe was still in ruins. And the Soviets still had a huge army in the field. Neither of these is true today. The US should withdraw to merely an observer status in NATO.
It’s mission is changed. It’s a counter to radical Islam now. Its structure and capabilities need to be modified, since this is no longer straightforward combat capability and deterrents, but more intelligence gathering and covert ops. But I wouldn’t moth ball any carriers or armor any time soon.