TRUMP100 Is Trump breaking up with Europe?
Dec 10, 2025
President Trump is making waves with sharp criticisms of European leaders during a recent interview. He labels them as ‘stupid’ and claims Europe is weak and politically correct. The hosts dive into his claims about Russia dominating the Ukraine conflict, sparking a backlash from various European governments. Even the Pope warns that Trump’s rhetoric could strain US-Europe relations. As Trump transitions back to domestic campaigning, discussions revolve around his economic messaging and its impact on approval ratings.
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No Politics In The Pool
- Martha Kelner recounts meeting Trump allies in a swimming pool and being told 'no politics in the pool'.
- The story illustrates how small social spaces in Washington intersect with political life.
Trump's Sharp Break With Europe
- Donald Trump publicly castigates European leaders as weak and politically correct, echoing the new US national security strategy.
- His framing casts Europe as failing on Ukraine and trade, signalling a deeper bilateral rift.
Narrative That Benefits Russia
- Trump frames the Ukraine war as a contest Europe is losing because it 'talks but doesn't produce'.
- That narrative plays into Kremlin messaging and undermines unified Western support for Kyiv.