Trump says he will hit Denmark and 7 other countries with new tariffs until there is a deal to purchase Greenland

Main Idea: Donald Trump said he will impose new tariffs on Denmark and other European countries until a deal is reached to buy Greenland, triggering pushback from the European Union and U.S. allies.

Key Points:

• Trump said the tariffs would start at 10% and rise to 25% if there is no deal by June 1.
• He tied the threat to Greenland, saying the U.S. needed it for security and that Denmark could not stop China or Russia from wanting it.
• European leaders and the European Union said the tariff threats are unacceptable, defend Greenland’s sovereignty, and could damage transatlantic ties.
• The move could strain existing U.S. trade deals with the European Union and the United Kingdom and may raise costs for American consumers and businesses.