Meloni, Trump Meet to Strengthen Western Ties

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, where both leaders expressed a strong desire to strengthen Western civilization and signaled optimism about reaching a new U.S.-EU trade deal. Meloni promoted the idea of 'making the West great again,' aligning her conservative values with Trump’s positions on immigration and opposition to 'woke' ideology, while also supporting transatlantic cooperation. Trump praised Meloni’s leadership, calling her a 'fantastic' prime minister who has 'taken Europe by storm,' and agreed to consider an official visit to Rome, potentially for a summit with EU leaders. Although no concrete trade agreements were reached, the leaders appeared committed to addressing trade tensions, tariffs, and broader issues such as defense spending. Meloni positioned herself as a bridge between the U.S. and Europe during a time of strained relations, emphasizing the need to sit down and find joint solutions. The visit highlighted a growing ideological alignment between the two leaders and their shared vision for the future of the West.