The EU has been a frequent target of Trump's criticism. On 2 April, he proposed a 20% tariff for goods from the bloc, as well as dozens of other trade partners. He then threatened to raise the EU import taxes to 50% as trade talks stalled.

President Donald Trump has announced he’s levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico. BRIDGEWATER, New Jersey (AP) — President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he's levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico.

Donald Trump said he would impose tariffs of 30 per cent on Mexico and the EU from August 1 in a move that would further damage US relations with two of its closest trading partners. The president issued the new tariff threats in two letters posted to Truth Social on Saturday morning.