Trump Threatens China with Tariffs, Considers EU Sanctions

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening China with new tariffs, potentially as high as 200%, due to restrictions on rare earth metal exports. According to journalistic sources, he is also considering sanctions on the European Union or member state officials regarding the Digital Services Act.

The U.S. is concerned that the law censors Americans and imposes costs on American tech companies. State Department officials are considering visa restrictions. Relations between the Trump administration and the EU have deteriorated due to trade disputes and criticism of the treatment of American tech companies.