The recent U.S. midterm elections did not go as well as many Republicans had hoped. Because of these results, some political leaders in Europe are starting to pull away from Donald Trump.

For a long time, many populist leaders in Europe—who often campaign on nationalist platforms—looked to Trump as a key ally. They liked his style and his focus on putting his own country first. However, after the Republicans failed to see a "red wave" of big victories, that support is cooling down.

European politicians are now looking at their own political future. They are worried that being tied too closely to Trump might hurt their chances of winning at home. Some are even going as far as to blame the Republican losses on other issues, like the war involving Iran, rather than admitting that Trump’s influence might be fading.

For example, figures like Marine Le Pen in France are still trying to win power, but they are being much more careful about what they say regarding American politics. They want to make sure they aren't seen as "losers" by association.

In short, the "Trump effect" that used to feel like a winning formula for the European right is now seen by many as a potential burden. These leaders are choosing to stand on their own two feet to avoid being dragged down by the political struggles happening across the Atlantic.

Source: AP News