The United States President Donald Trump has questioned the frequent and continued military operations by the American defence forces in Kenya and neighbouring Somalia. A photo collage of President William Ruto (left) and the United States President Donald Trump. Just a year ago, former President Joe Biden's administration designated Kenya as a non-NATO ally. However, 14 months later, President Trump's administration initiated a review of Kenya's non-NATO status. The proposal sought to review Kenya's non-NATO status within 90 days, specifically assessing Kenya's foreign and diplomatic relations and whether it aligns with those of the US.