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Germany's Merz hopes for relief after Trump tariff verdict but uncertainty lingers - Reuters

Germany's Merz hopes for relief after Trump tariff verdict but uncertainty lingers - Reuters

Germany's Merz hopes for relief after Trump tariff verdict but uncertainty lingers Reuters

February 21, 2026 at 03:11 PM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"I expect it, but above all, I hope it will be successful, and I want to try to make it clear to the American government that tariffs harm everyone."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"The biggest poison for the economies of Europe and the U.S. is this constant uncertainty about tariffs. And this uncertainty must end."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"I expect it, but above all, I hope it will be successful, and I want to try to make it clear to the American government that tariffs harm everyone."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"The biggest poison for the economies of Europe and the US is this constant uncertainty about tariffs. And this uncertainty must end."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"We will have a very clear European position on this, because customs policy is a matter for the European Union, not for individual member states."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"For me, there is a reassuring element in yesterday's Supreme Court decision: the separation of powers in the US still seems to be working."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"hopes for relief after Trump tariff verdict but uncertainty lingers"

— Merz , Politician

"I expect it, but above all, I hope it will be successful, and I want to try to make it clear to the American government that tariffs harm everyone."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"The biggest poison for the economies of Europe and the US is this constant uncertainty about tariffs. And this uncertainty must end."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"Today, the Supreme Court decided that Congress, despite giving the president the ability to regulate imports, didn’t actually mean it. This is lawlessness from the Court, plain and simple."

— JD Vance , Politician

"I’m ashamed of certain members of the court, absolutely ashamed, for not having the courage to do what’s right for our country."

— Donald Trump , Politician

"I expect it, but above all, I hope it will be successful, and I want to try to make it clear to the American government that tariffs harm everyone."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"The biggest poison for the economies of Europe and the U.S. is this constant uncertainty about tariffs. And this uncertainty must end."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"I expect it, but above all, I hope it will be successful, and I want to try to make it clear to the American government that tariffs harm everyone."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

"The biggest poison for the economies of Europe and the U.S. is this constant uncertainty about tariffs. And this uncertainty must end."

— Friedrich Merz , Politician

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Anewsvia ai

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates easing tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision but highlights ongoing uncertainties in trade relations.

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Khaleej Timesvia ai 2 quotes 1 person

Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to coordinate with European allies on a unified response to U.S. tariffs ahead of his visit to Washington.

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Arab Newsvia ai

Chancellor Friedrich Merz intends to discuss a coordinated European response to U.S. tariffs with European allies before his upcoming visit to Washington.

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Reutersvia ai 2 quotes 1 person

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn many of President Trump's trade tariffs but cautions about ongoing uncertainties.

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Reutersvia ai

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn many of President Trump's trade tariffs, but cautions about ongoing uncertainties.

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Arab Newsvia ai

Chancellor Friedrich Merz intends to discuss a coordinated European response to U.S. tariffs with European allies before his upcoming visit to Washington, highlighting the EU's unified approach to trade policies.

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bdnews24.comvia ai 2 quotes 1 person

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn a significant portion of President Trump's trade tariffs, while expressing concerns over ongoing uncertainties.

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Reutersvia ai

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn many of President Trump's trade tariffs, but cautions about ongoing uncertainties.

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Vanguard Newsvia ai 2 quotes 2 persons

Global leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, respond to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's trade tariffs, with Merz expecting relief for German companies but cautioning against ongoing uncertainty.

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Investing.comvia ai

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's trade tariffs, emphasizing the need for coordinated European action.

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APAvia ai 2 quotes 1 person

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn a significant portion of President Trump's trade tariffs, while expressing concerns over ongoing uncertainties.

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StreetInsidervia ai

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn a significant portion of President Trump's trade tariffs, while expressing concerns over ongoing uncertainties.

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Ynetnewsvia ai 1 quote 1 person

Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens for the German economy following the U.S. Supreme Court's reversal of President Trump's tariff plan, emphasizing the need for talks with the U.S. before German companies can recover losses.

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SEPEvia ai

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a decrease in tariff burdens after the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's trade tariffs, highlighting the need for coordinated European action.

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Business Recordervia ai 2 quotes 1 person

Chancellor Friedrich Merz expects a decrease in tariff burdens on German companies after the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling but warns of persistent uncertainties affecting trade relations.

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95.5 WIFCvia ai 2 quotes 1 person

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz anticipates a reduction in tariff burdens following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn a significant portion of President Trump's trade tariffs, while expressing concerns over ongoing uncertainties.

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