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German leader Merz says he ‘would not advise my children to go’ to US
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz advised against his children studying or working in the US, citing the country's polarized social climate and lack of opportunity. The remarks sparked backlash from Donald Trump's allies and follow ongoing diplomatic tensions regarding trade and foreign policy.
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German leader Merz says he ‘would not advise my children to go’ to US
May 16, 2026, 12:38 AM
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