The article highlights the silence of leading German politicians regarding Donald Trump’s alleged coup attempt in the United States. It argues that this silence is not simply a matter of diplomatic discretion but reflects a broader alignment with right-wing, authoritarian tendencies within Germany’s ruling elite.
The piece criticizes the German political establishment, including figures from the Social Democrats, Greens, and Christian Democrats, for their failure to publicly condemn Trump’s actions. It suggests that this inaction stems from a fear of alienating potential allies in the US, particularly given the ongoing geopolitical instability and the increasing pressure from the US for Germany to increase military spending.
The article connects the silence to the growing influence of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) within German politics. It posits that established parties are wary of directly confronting Trump’s tactics because they are, to a degree, influenced by the same anti-democratic currents. The article concludes that the lack of condemnation demonstrates a dangerous normalization of authoritarianism and undermines the supposed commitment to democratic values within the German political system.
find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/06/13/ttla-j13.html