Elections
Scholz Steps Up Criticism of Trump’s Expansionist Rhetoric
- Chancellor looks to rally support as his party trails badly
- Conservative challenger Merz: Trump not impressed by criticism
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz amped up on criticism of US President-elect Donald Trump over the integrity of borders during an animated speech meant to motivate Social Democrats ahead of a federal election next month.
Scholz’s main competitors to lead Germany, Friedrich Merz and Alice Weidel, also spoke on Saturday at meetings of their respective parties as campaigning gains steam.