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The action comes at a time when European nations are expressing alarm over a perceived shift in U.S. policy, particularly regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. This tactic of using tariffs may intensify diplomatic relations between the U.S. and its European allies, especially with high-profile visits scheduled for the coming week.
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Washington on Monday, followed closely by U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday. Discussions surrounding digital services taxes and their implications for U.S.-Europe relations are likely to take center stage during these meetings, as both leaders grapple with the impact of Trump’s aggressive tariff policies.