Err, yes it will, wanna know why? Because like it or not, the US has developed an obligation over decades to collaborate with nations such as SK in ensuring they don't fall to aggressive foreign interests. Even taken away from a one-nation perspective, you're voluntarily on the UN Security Council. It is literally your job on the international stage to fight other nations' battles for them. And it's not just a matter of preserving alliances, it's one of not appearing weak. Sure, pulling out of Korea and dressing it up as you having better things to spend your money on might not get you open laughs from China, Russia and Iran, but something like that makes allies and enemies alike question the integrity of the USA. Nationalistic bastards might like to pretend that the UsA is somehow able to fend for itself and that isolationist autarky has a chance of working, but try looking at your reliance on foreign trade and foreign interests in preserving your place at the top.
As for the "aww dont be stoopid there trade isnt that importent" argument, try reading up on how economics aren't stagnant. This is quickly becoming the Asian century, with nearly every competent economist out there predicting that the majority of East Asian markets including SK are going to rapidly grow in the future at a rate far higher than the USA's traditional partners such as Europe. I'm not sure why I'm arguing this as anyone who genuinely believes the USA should pull out of Korea to save them a couple of dollars on their yearly tax bill must be either mad, stupid or completely cold-hearted but come on, your self-interests are absolutely here.
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