Merz's US Visit Highlights Germany-US Ties Amid Trump and Musk Drama
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Washington was overshadowed by Trump's spat with Elon Musk but was still considered a success, strengthening US-Germany relations, discussing defense spending, Ukraine support, and avoiding controversy over the far-right AfD party, with prospects for future meetings.
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