Trump praises conservative victory in German elections as a rejection of common-sense policies

US President Donald Trump praised the results of Germany's national election, where the conservative alliance led by Friedrich Merz won. He stated that the German people rejected policies he deemed lacking common sense. The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) also made significant gains, finishing in second place. This outcome marks a shift in Germany's political landscape. Trump described the election as a "great day" for both Germany and the United States, suggesting a parallel with political changes in the US.