Originally published at National Catholic Register
European leaders expressed readiness to work with Donald Trump following his historic reelection, emphasizing transatlantic cooperation and shared values while acknowledging challenges ahead.
Trump secured 277 electoral votes and a popular vote margin of 5 million to defeat Democratic challenger Vice President Kamala Harris, becoming the first U.S. president in nearly 130 years to win a nonconsecutive term.
In her congratulatory message, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen affirmed the importance of EU-U.S. relations.
“The EU and the U.S. are more than just allies. We are bound by a true partnership between our people, uniting 800 million citizens,” von der Leyen wrote on X, calling for work on “a strong transatlantic agenda.”
I warmly congratulate Donald J. Trump.
The EU and the US are more than just allies.
We are bound by a true partnership between our people, uniting 800 million citizens.
So let’s work together on a strong transatlantic agenda that keeps delivering for them.
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) November 6, 2024
French President Emmanuel Macron offered congratulations in three languages — French, English, and German — emphasizing a commitment to cooperation “with your convictions and mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity.”
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
