Spain Accuses German Chancellor of 'Vassalage' to Trump Over Defense Spending Criticism Spain accused German Chancellor Friedrich Merz of being a 'vassal' to Donald Trump after Merz echoed Trump's criticism of Spain's defense spending. 11 Mar 2026 #SpainGermany#TrumpInfluence#NATODefense#EuropeanDiplomacy#TransatlanticRelations
