Trump congratulates German conservatives on election victory
US President Donald Trump (photo: Getty Images)
On Sunday, February 23, Germany held early elections for the Bundestag, which were won by the Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU). US President Donald Trump has already congratulated the conservatives on their victory on his social network Truth Social.
"Looks like the conservative party in Germany has won the very big and highly anticipated election. Much like the US, the people of Germany got tired of the no common sense agenda, especially on energy and immigration, that has prevailed for so many years," Trump wrote.
He added that this is a great day for Germany and the United States "Under the leadership of a gentleman named Donald J. Trump."
"Congratulations to all — many more victories to follow!" he summarized.
Elections in Germany
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz conceded defeat in the elections to the Bundestag. His SPD party took third place, garnering about 16% of the vote, according to exit polls, which is the party's worst result ever.
Meanwhile, the CDU/CSU came in first with about 29% of the vote. Friedrich Merz, who is a candidate for German Chancellor, has already declared victory.
The second place went to the far-right Alternative for Germany party, which garnered about 16%.
