Trump Threatens Tariffs, Strains U.S.-Europe Ties.
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President Trump announced a new 10% tax on goods from eight European countries. This was because they did not support the U.S. buying Greenland.
Trump believes Greenland is very important for U.S. national security. He used these taxes to make them talk about buying the island.
European leaders were surprised and worried about President Trump's tariff plan. They said these taxes would hurt friendships between the U.S. and Europe.
Many people in Greenland and Denmark protested against the U.S. plan. They carried flags and signs, saying Greenland is not for sale.
This tariff threat could make U.S. friendships with European allies weaker. U.S. officials visited Denmark to show support, but the problem is still there.
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What did President Trump announce?
He announced a new 10% tax on goods from eight European countries.
Why did Trump impose the tax?
Because the countries did not support the U.S. buying Greenland.
How did European leaders react to the tax plan?
They were surprised and worried, saying the taxes would hurt friendships between the U.S. and Europe.
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