De Gaulle's Call: France Reassesses its Relationship with Trump’s America

Thu Mar 20 2025 00:38:05 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
De Gaulle's Call: France Reassesses its Relationship with Trump’s America

As tensions rise, France's political figures invoke De Gaulle's legacy and question their ties with the U.S.


A recent critique of Trump's policies has revived Gaullism in France, prompting calls for the return of the Statue of Liberty.

In a surprising twist, tensions have resurfaced between France and the United States, bringing to light longstanding historical bonds forged after their respective revolutions. This latest episode stems from President Trump’s perceived alignment with authoritarian regimes, and it has prompted a wave of nostalgia for the independence espoused by France's former leader, Charles de Gaulle.

Critics in France are responding sharply to Trump's administration, especially after his statements expressing hostility toward European partners and threatening steep tariffs on French imports, including wine and champagne. These policies have left many French citizens feeling justified in their frustrations, expressing a desire for a more autonomous stance in global affairs.

Mr. Trump’s relationships with leaders like Putin have led to a resurgence of Gaullism, reminiscent of the beliefs held by de Gaulle during his presidency. Political analysts argue that the actions of Trump and Putin reinforce the idea that major powers cannot dictate terms globally without opposition from smaller nations like France, which are advocating for a more self-reliant stance.

In a rally this past Sunday, prominent center-left politician Raphaël Glucksmann called upon the U.S. to return the Statue of Liberty, a gift from France in the 1880s. He criticized American support for what he termed “tyrants,” suggesting the statue's return as symbolic of France’s disillusionment with current American policies. Glucksmann's remarks echo sentiments from historical debates surrounding French nuclear autonomy and NATO’s military command, further fueling discourse on the role of France on the world stage.

With the political landscape evolving swiftly, France seems poised to reassess not only its relationship with the U.S. but also the foundational principles that define its national identity.

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