INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Andreas Michaelis wrote the document on January 14, 2025, addressing German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock.Reuters obtained and reported
on the leaked memo on January 18, 2025
expense of Congress and individual states
undermine democratic principles in the United States
Michaelis believes law enforcement and media independence will be weakened
(Photo Internet reproduction)The German diplomat also raises concerns about big tech companies gaining co-governing powers
caused outrage among German political parties ahead of their February 23 national election
The ambassador suggests Trump may use extensive legal means to impose his agenda on states.He even speculates about the possibility of
domestic military deployment for law enforcement
commented on the leaked memo
The German Foreign Ministry emphasized that the U.S
remains a crucial ally for Germany
They stated their intention to work closely with the new administration in the interests of both nations.However, this leak comes at a
critical time for U.S.-German relations
intensify during his second term
channels and map out potential areas of cooperation or conflict
