Merz: “I did not elect Trump, but he is the President of the USA”

WORLD21.04.2026
Merz: “I did not elect Trump, but he is the President of the USA”

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated that, despite the complex political context, he is striving to build a professional and “smart” personal relationship with US President Donald Trump.

“Elchi” reports that “Clash Report” has provided information on this matter.

According to Merz, under current circumstances, European allies are unable to fully guarantee their own security without support.

“At the moment, we cannot defend ourselves independently,” the Chancellor noted, adding that only a few European leaders maintain a reliable communication channel with the American president.

Merz emphasized that he has direct access to Trump and that closed-door negotiations are more constructive, even though the overall situation remains complex. “I did not elect him — but he is the President of the United States of America,” he stated.

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