U.S.-Germany relations
Coverage of U.S.-Germany relations in the Nexus archive.
- Trump vows to withdraw 'a lot' more than 5,000 troops from Germany amid feud - after Chancellor Merz said US was being 'humiliated' by Iran in the war
U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to withdraw more than 5,000 troops from Germany amid tensions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who criticized the U.S. for being 'humiliated' by Iran in the war. The dispute highlights growing friction between the two leaders over military commitments and foreign policy.
- Germany says Trump withdrawing 5,000 US troops was expected as president's row with Chancellor Merz escalates
Germany stated that the withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. troops was anticipated, as tensions between U.S. President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz intensified. The dispute highlights growing friction in the U.S.-Germany alliance over defense and foreign policy issues.
- Schumer’s Maine pick Janet Mills drops out; VRA ruling boosts GOP path: Join Friday’s Whole Hog
Progressive Democrats cheered after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s preferred candidate, Gov. Janet Mills (D), exited Maine’s Senate race, reshaping the field. Republicans are eyeing potential congressional seat gains following a Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act (VRA) that could redraw the political map ahead of November.
- 'He's doing a terrible job': Trump continues his attacks on Germany's Merz and says he has 'a big problem' after falling out over Iran
Donald Trump criticized German politician Friedrich Merz for his handling of Iran relations, accusing him of performing poorly and causing diplomatic issues. The dispute highlights tensions between the U.S. and Germany over Iran policy.