German media devoted unprecedented coverage to Trump's global tariff package, with every major outlet framing it as a "trade war declaration" threatening the entire global economic order. The morning brought dire economic warnings, comparing the situation to 1930s protectionism, with gold prices reaching record highs and stock markets plummeting worldwide.
By midday, attention turned to Europe's response, with reports of Habeck displaying a "secret poison list" of EU counter-tariffs while some economic voices surprisingly advocated reopening Russian gas imports. Analytical pieces revealed Trump's bizarre tariff calculation formula and noted Russia's conspicuous exemption from the measures.
Evening coverage examined specific German industries affected, with particular concern for automotive exports. The Pentagon investigation into Trump's Defense Secretary Hegseth over the Signal scandal remained a secondary story, as economic concerns dominated the day's reporting.