Trump threatens 100% tariffs on countries with digital services tax on U.S. firms

"Numerous European Countries have been discussing the imminent implementation of a Digital Services Tax on American Companies," he posted on Truth Social.

Published: June 26, 2026 12:38pm

President Donald Trump on Friday warned European nations that they would face a 100% tariff on their goods if they imposed a digital services tax on American companies.

"Numerous European Countries have been discussing the imminent implementation of a Digital Services Tax on American Companies," he posted on Truth Social. "Some of these Countries are close to actually doing this. Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America."

"This TARIFF will supersede Trade Deals made with the Country, whether implemented, signed, or not. Additionally, the 100% TARIFF will be immediately imposed, if they proceed. Thank you for your attention to this matter," he added.

Trump has pursued trade deals with nearly every nation since his imposition of "Liberation Day" tariffs in April 2025. He previously reached a trade agreement with the European Union, though he appears poised to potentially disrupt it in favor of the retaliatory tariff.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent for Just the News. Follow him on X.

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