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Friedrich Merz, the leader of the CDU and likely the new Chancellor, has already made headlines with statements prioritizing European autonomy from the United States. Merz's recent comments highlight a perceived rift, suggesting that the current U.S. administration is indifferent to European concerns. His remarks regarding American political interventions have drawn sharp responses, indicating a potentially fraught relationship between Germany and the U.S. moving forward.
The frustration is exacerbated by calls from the U.S. for Germany to meet its NATO obligations, including military spending targets that Germany has consistently failed to achieve. This divergence reflects a broader sentiment among certain German political factions who feel that U.S. demands are unreasonable and elitist.