U.S. Trade Deficit with EU Increased to over $215 Billion Last Year
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EU Unveils $28B Tariff Package in Response to US Metal Duties
Above: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (CDU) talks in the European Parliament on March 11, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Image copyright: Philipp von Ditfurth/Contributor/picture alliance via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Europe narrative
These retaliatory measures are proportionate and necessary to protect European interests, as unilateral US tariffs disrupt global supply chains and harm both economies. Negotiations would better serve mutual interests in an uncertain geopolitical environment.