German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that U.S. President Donald Trump will continue to bypass Democrats in Congress despite recent midterm election losses. Germany does not anticipate any significant shift in the American president's political behavior following the electoral defeat. Instead, Merz expects Trump to persistently utilize executive powers to govern around opposition lawmakers. The German chancellor also acknowledged that he envies Trump's ability to wield such executive authority.
Germany’s Merz expects Trump to keep ignoring Congress despite midterm losses
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Germany’s Merz expects Trump to keep ignoring Congress
Germany doesn’t expect Trump to change following the midterm losses. Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes the US president will keep using his powers to bypass the Democrats in Congress, a position he admits he envies.
Published On 5 Nov 2026
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