Germany attacks President's speech for 'highly nationalistic tones'
Sigmar Gabirel added that the businessman had been elected as a result of "bad radicalisation" in the US. He added: Europe and Germany must stand together "to defend our interests."
Germany responds to Donald Trump's 'highly nationalistic' inauguration speech
His inauguration has been mired by controversy as protests took place around the world. In Washington, where the ceremony took place, protesters chained themselves to inauguration check points, to stop Trump supporters from entering. In some areas, clashes with the police brought out, resulting in gas cannisters being thrown, and some skirmishes.