Former President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from European Union countries, reigniting trade tensions. The threat stems from the EU’s Digital Services Tax, which Trump has long argued unfairly targets US tech companies. He specifically cited France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom as potential targets. This move represents a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute over how to tax large technology firms, particularly those generating revenue from data and online advertising. The EU implemented the tax in response to concerns that US tech giants were not paying their fair share of taxes within Europe. Experts suggest the tariffs could significantly disrupt transatlantic trade and potentially trigger retaliatory measures from the EU. The Biden administration had previously paused similar trade disputes, but Trump’s renewed threat signals a potential shift in approach.