After Trump’s ‘a lot of problems with France’ revelation, White House clarifies position on Macron

During a White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed concerns about U.S.–France relations following President Trump’s remarks on Fox News referencing “a lot of problems with the French.” Leavitt emphasized that despite the President’s candidness and public disagreements with French President Emmanuel Macron, the relationship between the two countries remains strong and constructive. Leavitt noted Trump and Macron speak frequently and maintain a solid working partnership, but clarified that President Trump openly raises disagreements with foreign leaders when necessary, reflecting his direct style of diplomacy.