Washington: U.S. Senate Democrats have voiced concerns over the state of the South Korea-U.S. alliance, indicating that actions by the Trump administration have created significant strain. A report issued by the senators on the Foreign Relations Committee outlines how recent policies have affected the bilateral relationship, particularly pointing to an immigration raid on a South Korean plant in the U.S. and pressure on South Korea's legislature regarding investment commitments. According to Yonhap News Agency, the report titled "The Price of Retreat 2.0: Undermining America's Economic Edge and Alliance Advantage" criticizes President Donald Trump's administration. It claims that these policies have weakened the United States, made its economy less dynamic, and increased the cost of living. The report emphasizes the impact on the Seoul-Washington alliance, suggesting that persistent rumors about U.S. troop reductions in South Korea have been welcomed by China. The document mentions South Korean President Le e's visit to Washington as a stabilizing moment, which was subsequently overshadowed by the detention of over 300 South Korean workers at a Hyundai plant in Georgia. This incident is part of a series of events that have contributed to tensions, as well as speculation about potential U.S. troop drawdowns. The report also highlights ongoing pressure on South Korea's legislature to approve a $350 billion investment commitment to the U.S. This expectation, combined with recent events, has reportedly unsettled the alliance, which is vital to America's economic and security interests in the Indo-Pacific region. Despite a bilateral trade agreement reducing tariffs, the Trump administration's threats to restore higher tariffs over legislative delays have further complicated the relationship.