What Europe hopes to see in the US midterms

European capitals are closely monitoring the U.S. midterms, aware that a Democrat-led Congress may not significantly alter the global landscape shaped by Trump. The MAGA movement is largely unpopular among European governments due to Trump's policies, including reduced support for Ukraine and NATO. European leaders hope for a weakened Trump, but recognize that foreign policy remains a presidential prerogative. They are also looking for indications of the U.S. political direction for 2028, favoring a president who supports NATO and free trade. Ultimately, any decline of the MAGA movement would be crucial for Europe, as they understand that a return to conventional leadership may be temporary if the Republican Party continues to embrace MAGA ideals.