The empty space in conversation between von der Leyen and Trump significantly impacts trade negotiations.

Notwithstanding the European Commission’s monopoly on trade policy, Donald Trump has not conversed with its chief, Ursula von der Leyen, since resuming his duties at the White House.

Source: https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/04/19/the-silence-between-von-der-leyen-and-trump-looms-large-over-trade-talks