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Donald Trump Tops Politico's List as Europe's Most Influential

  • US President Donald Trump was named Europe's most influential figure by Politico.
  • Politico's selection criteria focused on the ability to influence decisions, shift policies, and challenge the existing order, rather than popularity.
  • Trump's influence dominates European diplomacy, security, and economic policy, despite leaders finding him unpredictable.
  • His actions, including outreach to Russia and hardline messaging on migration, have rattled governments and pushed European politics rightward.
  • Trump's "America First" policies have undercut Europe's Green Deal goals and spurred European officials to pursue strategic autonomy.

Why It Matters: Trump's influence profoundly impacts Europe's political, security, and economic future.

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