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Trump is scheduled to visit Paris for the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral. This will be his first trip abroad since the recent election, indicating a shift in focus from the Biden administration to new global leadership.
Authored by Maggie Haberman
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Donald J. Trump, who was elected as the President, will be visiting France to attend the reopening of the Notre-Dame Cathedral this Saturday. This trip marks his first visit to a foreign country since his election last month, and signifies a shift in global leadership away from the Biden administration.
President Trump shared on his social media platform, Truth Social, that he was excited to reveal his upcoming trip to the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral. He praised President Macron for overseeing the restoration of the cathedral and bringing it back to its former glory.
He expressed excitement for the upcoming day, stating that it would be memorable for everyone involved.
The trip has been planned for a few days, as per sources familiar with the planning. Mr. Trump and Mr. Macron have spoken on the phone at least once, as reported by one of the sources.
It is anticipated that President Biden will not be present at the reopening, but Dr. Jill Biden, the first lady, is expected to attend based on information provided by one of the individuals briefed.
Since winning a second term by defeating Vice President Kamala Harris, who replaced President Biden on the Democratic ticket, Mr. Trump has been spending most of his time at Mar-a-Lago, his private club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida.
The announcement about the trip was not entirely unexpected. Mr. Trump has a preference for elaborate ceremonies and grand construction sites, particularly those with historical significance. This trip also signifies his reemergence on the global platform.
However, this event is also the most recent development in a complex and tense relationship with European partners, especially with Mr. Macron.
The President of France, dealing with unrest within his own country due to opposition from both the far-right and far-left, complimented President Trump at the beginning of his presidency. Macron extended an invitation to Trump to join in France’s Bastille Day festivities in 2017, and Trump accepted enthusiastically.
The relationship between Mr. Macron and Mr. Trump became strained in 2018 when Mr. Macron supported the concept of a European military defense that could defend against Russia, China, and the United States. This clashed with Mr. Trump’s nationalist views, especially as far-right populists who supported Trump were gaining influence in France and other parts of Europe.
In August 2022, the FBI conducted a search at Mar-a-Lago looking for classified documents. Some of the information obtained by federal agents during the search was related to Mr. Macron.
Maggie Haberman is a veteran political journalist covering the 2024 presidential election, other political races nationwide, and the inquiries into ex-President Donald J. Trump. Learn more about Maggie Haberman.
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