Donald Trump wins the US election: Macron, Scholz and more congratulate

The return of Donald Trump (78) to the White House as the 47th President of the USA is apparently certain. the Republican defeated his Democratic opponent Kamala Harris (60). Even before the official results of the US presidential election in 2024, numerous politicians and heads of government from all over the world are congratulating the controversial Republican on his election victory. Ukrainian President Zelenskyj and French President Macron started the event, followed shortly afterwards by Chancellor Scholz and other high-ranking political figures.

Emmanuel Macron (46) was one of the first presidents to speak out. He wrote on the upcoming Republican election victory in the USA: “Congratulations, President Donald Trump.” He is ready for a collaboration that has already been practiced for four years. “With your beliefs and with my beliefs. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity.”

He later added that he had already discussed the news with Chancellor Olaf Scholz (66). “In this context, we will work for a united, stronger and sovereign Europe. By working with the United States of America and defending our interests and values.”

Like Macron, Volodymyr Zelenskyj (46) was one of the first to congratulate on He remembered a meeting with the Republican and hopes that as the new president he will contribute to a “just peace” in Ukraine. He also expressed interest in “mutually beneficial political and economic cooperation that will benefit both our nations.”

Even before Chancellor Scholz, Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock (43) commented on Trump’s foreseeable victory in the presidential election. : “The Americans voted. Donald Trump won the election. We congratulate him on that.” She also emphasized the close partnership between Germany, Europe and the United States. You will also be a close, reliable ally for the future American government. “As in any good partnership, where there are undoubtedly political differences, an honest and, above all, intensive exchange is more important than ever,” said Baerbock.

to congratulate Donald Trump and found the following words in his statement: “Together, Germany and the USA have been working together successfully for a long time to promote prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic. We will continue to do so for the benefit of our citizens.”

Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier (68) also sent his congratulations to the USA. Like his political colleagues, he emphasized the crucial importance of transatlantic relations “for the stability and prosperity of our two countries and our continents.” He also wished Trump “a lucky hand” for the big tasks that lie ahead of him.