Trump and von der Leyen close an agreement of US tariffs to Europe 15%

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Trump Strikes a Deal: 15% Tariff Agreement with EU!

Today marks a monumental moment as President Donald Trump dazzles Europe by sealing a 15% tariff agreement that brings an end to the endless uncertainty plaguing European companies. Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, had no choice but to sit down and negotiate with the man who puts America first.

It was a tense build-up to the meeting as Trump and von der Leyen assessed the odds of success at just 50%. But with Trump at the helm, the world held its breath—and he delivered!

The Return of America’s Strength

This is reminiscent of Trump’s first term, when he stood firm against the EU’s aggressive tactics. Let’s not forget that during his presidential campaign, Trump boldly warned the EU of rising tariffs, which came to fruition on March 12 with a staggering 25% tariff on steel and aluminum. The EU’s countermeasures, valued at a shocking 26 billion euros, were promptly put on the table. But did they force Trump to back down? Absolutely not!

Despite the EU’s foot-dragging, always hoping for a different outcome, Trump showed he means business and delays only agitate him. His barbed comments regarding potential 200% tariffs on wine and liquor highlight his willingness to keep the pressure on!

April Trade War Intensifies: The EU faced a harsh 10% tariff across the board!
Trump’s Truce: A temporary cessation of hostilities lasted for just 90 days.
EU’s Weak Response: A total suspension of its own retaliatory tariffs to give diplomacy a chance!

Trump’s Firm Hand Continues

Even while negotiations were bearing fruit, Trump escalated steel and aluminum tariffs to a jaw-dropping 50% on June 4. This relentless strategy forced the EU to the bargaining table with no room left for games! On July 7, chasing that sweet agreement, discussions hinged on a 10% tax at European imports. Will the EU finally capitulate?

Of course, not everyone is pleased. The EU keeps a bat of retaliatory tariffs valued at 93 billion euros at its disposal, ready to strike back if they don’t get what they want.

The Legacy of American Power

Remember, in 2018, Trump set the stage with profound tariffs totaling 6.4 billion euros on European steel and aluminum exports. The EU’s pushback? A mere 2.8 billion euro retaliation that barely made a dent. Trump’s decisive leadership turned the tables back in his favor.

Fast forward to 2022, under the Democrats’ weak leadership, the EU thought they could stroll over the Trump legacy. But when will they learn? The laws of economics and strength dictate that America, under Trump, will continue to reign supreme!