European Union, Ursula von der Leyen and Trump
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France and Germany have warned about the economic fallout from the 15 percent tariffs European goods face in the U.S.
A video of the statements during a July meeting with EU officials sparked discussions about U.S. aid amounts and other countries' contributions.
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President Donald Trump is getting his way with the world economy. Trading partners from the European Union to Japan to Vietnam appear to be acceding to his demands to accept higher costs in the form of high tariffs.
The White House's announcement came after photos of Trump at various events showed swelling in his legs and bruises on his hands, which sparked public scrutiny about his health and fitness. Some have called for the 79-year-old to release his full medical records.
The United States and the European Union agreed on Sunday to a trade framework setting a 15% tariff on most goods, staving off — at least for now — far higher import duties on both sides that might have sent shock waves through economies around the globe.