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Kennedy’s main concerns revolve around the UK’s handling of military and defense commitments. He points out that the UK, once a formidable military power, has seen its armed forces diminish by 20% since 2012, now numbering around 140,000 personnel. This decline contrasts sharply with the US's robust military of approximately 2.1 million active personnel and civilian support. Kennedy warns that the UK’s hollowed-out military and lack of strategic investment threaten its role as a reliable NATO ally.