He is the commander-in-chief of the world's most advanced military and second largest nuclear stockpile on Earth. Despite the United States' economic woes, he also wields great influence over a massive trade partner with the EU.

Until the Europeans can successfully deleverage most of their integration with the United States military and economy, the pragmatic thing to do is only pick fights where it's absolutely necessary.

Personally, for what it's worth, I wouldn't want to cede one millimeter of proverbial ground to what is clearly the worst president of all time. However, I understand the tactical decision being made.

Nuclear bombs.

Endless military bases sprinkled around Europe.

The capability for dealing economic damage.

A cabinet of sycophants.

A cult-like following.

Why antagonize him while it's much easier to appeal to him and make him sign stupid deals in your favor he wil call victories?

They all have the same billionaire handlers.

They are treating him like you would treat a dementia patient.