Donald Trump’s Second Term Raises Global Concerns Over Democracy and Policy Shifts

The German ambassador warns of 'maximal disruption' as Trump’s agenda sparks fears of weakened democratic norms and strained international relations.

German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis issued a stark warning about Trump’s second term, predicting significant challenges to democratic principles and checks and balances in the U.S.
Trump’s administration is expected to implement sweeping policy changes, including mass deportations, increased oil drilling, and pardons for Capitol riot participants.
The U.S. President’s proposed trade tariffs on European and Chinese imports could severely impact Germany’s export-driven economy, with experts cautioning against retaliatory measures.
Trump’s demand for NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP poses financial strain, especially for Germany, which currently meets only the 2% target.
Concerns grow internationally over potential reductions in U.S. military aid to Ukraine, raising fears about the future of the conflict and its broader geopolitical implications.