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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Markus Wacket and Matthias Williams

German chancellor Merz advises young people against living in US amid Trump row

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated he would advise his children against living or studying in the United States, citing a rapidly shifting social climate and limited opportunities for even highly educated people.

These remarks underscore growing tensions between the US and its European allies under President Donald Trump, with disputes over trade, the wars in Ukraine, and Iran straining the NATO alliance.

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