Senate Democrats Move to Block Trump's Tariffs on European Allies
Senate Democrats are preparing to block President Donald Trump's newly announced 10% tariffs on goods from eight European nations, including Denmark and Germany, effective February 1. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the tariffs, stating they would harm the American economy. European leaders have also condemned the tariffs, asserting that Greenland's future should not be influenced by economic pressure. British PM Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of sovereignty and warned that tariffs could damage transatlantic relations. The European Union expressed solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, stating that tariffs could escalate tensions and undermine ongoing trade negotiations between the EU and the US.
Published 1 day ago • 18 Jan 2026, 10:39 AM IST