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Tensions with Europe rise as Merkel visits the White House

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived at the White House today at a moment of unusual tension between Washington and both her country and the United Kingdom.

By Warren Olney • Mar 17, 2017 • 1 min read

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived at the White House today at a moment of unusual tension between Washington and both her country and the United Kingdom.

We hear more about the meeting from President Obama's special assistant for European Affairs. Charles Kupchan, currently with the Council on Foreign Relations, says the two leaders are far apart on several issues, including jobs and NATO.

Warren Olney
former KCRW broadcaster
Katie Cooper
Producer, 'One year Later'
Yael Even Or
Producer, 'Press Play'
Christine Detz
Producer, 'To the Point'
Charles Kupchan
senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and professor of international affairs at Georgetown University

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Tensions with Europe rise as Merkel visits the White House

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived at the White House today at a moment of unusual tension between Washington and both her country and the United Kingdom.

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To the Point

Tensions with Europe rise as Merkel visits the White House

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived at the White House today at a moment of unusual tension between Washington and both her country and the United Kingdom.

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