German media on November 8th primarily focused on the wavering trade policies of President Trump. Reports in the morning, particularly from FAZ, indicated that Trump granted Hungary an exception from energy sanctions against Russia.
Later in the day, FAZ further highlighted the instability of Trump's tariff policies, suggesting they were “on the brink.” This ongoing scrutiny of Trump’s economic and foreign policy decisions reflects a continuation of themes from previous days, where his administrative actions and political standing were consistently under review.
Domestically, coverage also noted ongoing discussions around social welfare, particularly concerning minors receiving benefits (Bild, Welt), and Russia's continued aggression in Ukraine (FR, merkur.de).