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Biden Reveals What Angela Merkel Really Thought of Donald Trump
Newsweek • • world
Key Points:
- Former President Joe Biden's memoir, "Promise Me, America," reveals former German Chancellor Angela Merkel's private criticisms of Donald Trump, describing him as "emotional," driven by mood swings, and fascinated by autocratic leaders like Vladimir Putin.
- Merkel expressed frustration with Trump's refusal to shake her hand and his preference for personal impulses over facts, highlighting the strained nature of their relationship during his presidency.
- Biden's memoir details efforts to rebuild transatlantic relations after Trump's "America First" policy, including addressing European concerns about Russian aggression prior to Putin's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
- The book also covers Biden's candid reflections on other key figures, such as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's leadership and the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.
- "Promise Me, America" is set for release on November 17 and offers insights into Biden's presidency and international diplomacy challenges.
