The Spanish ultra-right is shocked by tariffs: it lashes out against Europe, but appears embarrassed

Giorgia Meloni comments softly on tariffs, minimizes or flaunts confidence. Even Salvini seems unalarmed, he maintains an unusual confidentiality that is almost detachment. In Spain, reactions to protectionist economic measures are less restrained and political waters are much more agitated. The Trumpian choices have marked an even sharper gap between the moderate right of the populars and the ultra-right of Vox, a formation integrated into the …

They're at a disadvantage now.