European leaders are grappling with a profound distrust of the United States following Donald Trump's presidency. His "America First" policies and unpredictable foreign relations have left allies questioning the reliability of U.S. commitments. This period has led many in Europe to rethink their security and trade relationships, wondering if the transatlantic partnership can ever fully recover its former stability and trust. The experience has prompted a reassessment of Europe's own strategic autonomy and its role on the global stage, independent of American leadership.