EU was born to 'screw' US, Trump says; EU commission fires back

Donald Trump said during his first cabinet meeting on Wednesday that the European Union was born to "screw" the United States. He said he'll be announcing a 25% tariff hike on EU exports "soon". The European Commission has fired back, saying the EU has been a "boon" for the United States. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating reports from Brussels.

Feb 27, 2025 - 04:00
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EU was born to 'screw' US, Trump says; EU commission fires back
Donald Trump said during his first cabinet meeting on Wednesday that the European Union was born to "screw" the United States. He said he'll be announcing a 25% tariff hike on EU exports "soon". The European Commission has fired back, saying the EU has been a "boon" for the United States. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating reports from Brussels.

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