Following Donald Trump’s election victory, Germany’s right-wing AfD co-leader Alice Weidel was among the first to congratulate him, calling his victory an example for Germany. Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized continued cooperation between Germany and the U.S., while Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Finance Minister Christian Lindner expressed hopes for a strong partnership. However, there’s palpable concern over Trump’s potential impact, particularly regarding economic threats and security, as Germany relies on U.S. nuclear deterrence amid global tensions. SPD leaders warned of weakened international norms and urged Europe to adopt a more proactive stance.