Trump Orders Withdrawal of 5,000 US Troops from Germany Following Diplomatic Tensions

President Donald Trump has ordered the withdrawal of 5,000 American troops from Germany in what he describes as only the beginning of a broader military redeployment. The decision appears to be linked to tensions with German officials, particularly statements made by German Defense Minister Friedrich Merz. Trump warned that additional troop withdrawals could follow this initial reduction. Meanwhile, prominent conservative commentator Tucker Carlson has escalated his criticism of Trump's foreign policy decisions, calling the war in Iran "the stupidest thing any American president has ever done." Recent polling data indicates Trump's approval ratings continue to decline, with Republican voters showing decreased motivation to participate in upcoming congressional elections.