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Trump's Support Sparks Division Among European Far-Right Parties

12/10/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump has backed European far-right parties, provoking mixed reactions.
Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) embraces Trump's backing to gain legitimacy and challenge mainstream politics.
France's National Rally distances itself from Trump, calling his support a potential liability ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
National Rally leaders, including Marine Le Pen, aim to present a more mainstream image and view Trump as unpopular among their voters.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has backed European far-right parties, provoking mixed reactions.
Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) embraces Trump's backing to gain legitimacy and challenge mainstream politics.
France's National Rally distances itself from Trump, calling his support a potential liability ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
National Rally leaders, including Marine Le Pen, aim to present a more mainstream image and view Trump as unpopular among their voters.