Trump announces 25% tariff on EU automobiles, citing trade deal concerns
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 15:28 UTC
- Sources: PBS NewsHour
Trump posted on social media that the United States has raised tariffs on European Union‑made cars to 25%, arguing the EU is not complying with the fully agreed trade deal. The PBS NewsHour clip did not provide further details on the specific objections. No conflicting reports were cited.
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