European Commission Chief Promises Action Against Trump’s Steel Tariffs

Ursula von der Leyen declared that the U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum would trigger firm retaliatory actions from the European Union. Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized that the EU would respond collectively if the U.S. left no alternative, noting that trade wars are detrimental to both sides' prosperity. The European Commission cautioned that such tariffs would be illegal and harmful to the economy, leading to disruptions in transatlantic trade and increased costs for U.S. industries. The U.S. has justified potential tariffs on the EU by pointing to concerns over unfair trade practices and subsidies, escalating tensions between the two entities.