Klingbeil Advocates for Independence of State Institutions Amidst U.S. Political Turbulence
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil emphasized the need for state institutions to remain free from political influence. He criticized U.S. President Trump's dismissal of the Bureau of Labor Statistics head, advocating for the integrity and independence of institutions. Klingbeil also highlighted concerns regarding EU-US trade negotiations.
In a firm statement, German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil underscored the importance of maintaining the independence of state institutions, responding to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to dismiss Erika McEntarfer, head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Calling out the political maneuver, Klingbeil criticized Trump's approach, emphasizing that maintaining autonomy from politics is crucial for institutions' credibility. This comment follows another controversy where Trump accused McEntarfer of data manipulation without providing evidence.
Ahead of a meet-up with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Klingbeil remarked on the need for clarity in the EU-U.S. trade deal negotiations, asserting that the EU had been overly lenient during prior discussions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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