Chris Cassidy, former NASA Chief Astronaut, retired U.S. Navy SEAL, and President & CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum, will open the discussion on the evolving transatlantic relationship. As global security faces unprecedented challenges, he will highlight the importance of trust, cooperation, and adaptability in preserving strong U.S.-Europe ties. His remarks will set the stage for a critical conversation on NATO, multilateralism, and the future of transatlantic collaboration.