That's evidently not the case under President Trump. Trump also has singled out Merkel for criticism, reportedly leaving her to scour Trump interviews in old Playboys to get a hint at the new president’s thinking. For much of the Obama administration, Merkel’s popularity both at home and abroad was sky high, and her position unassailable. After the campaign, during which Trump accused Merkel of “ruining Germany,” German media reported that Merkel’s team was hoping for a change in tone when Trump took the White House. In the meantime, the Trump effect is causing concerns for Merkel beyond his criticism of her refugee stance.

Source: Fox News January 26, 2017 21:03 UTC