MAGA's Meddling in European Politics | DW News

Jul 16, 2026 | Washington’s influence in Europe has shaped political life for nearly a century, and the Trump administration continues that legacy — though not always in familiar ways. While past US governments framed their involvement as support for democracy, that mission now appears less clear, especially since Donald Trump returned to office in January last year. Trump and his allies have openly backed right wing candidates across Europe. DW’s Ben Fajzullin speaks with Majda Ruge from the European Council on Foreign Relations about whether this new five million dollar initiative could reshape European democracy — and who stands to benefit.

I am fast having to come to the conclusion that God cannot possibly exist, for if He did, He would have taken the “Wally in the White House” home long ago in order to save the world! And if He does exist, and allows this wally to ruin the world, then He is not worthy of being worshipped! — © Mark Alexander