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Hungary Serves as a Warning Sign of Trump’s Eroding Influence

Europeans seem less inclined to appease the US president.
President Donald Trump invested a lot in Hungary’s election.Photographer: Salwan Georges/Bloomberg

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Donald Trump’s power and influence over US allies are showing signs of slipping.